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Italian Sausage Meatballs on a white plate, garnished with fresh chopped parsley.

Italian Sausage Meatballs

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 24 meatballs
Calories 86 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground Italian sausage
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
  • In a large bowl, combine the ground Italian sausage, egg, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, and chopped parsley. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overwork the mixture to keep the meatballs tender.
    Raw ground Italian sausage mixture for Italian Sausage Meatballs.
  • Form the mixture into 1-inch balls and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet, spaced evenly apart.
    Forming Italian Sausage Meatballs from the raw mixture into small balls on a white plate.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the meatballs are browned and cooked through.
    Raw Italian Sausage Meatballs on a baking sheet.
  • Serve the meatballs hot with your favorite pasta sauce, on a sandwich, or enjoy them on their own as a tasty appetizer.
    Crispy homemade meatballs on a white plate with fresh herbs, olive oil, and a marble surface, perfect for comforting family dinners.

Nutrition

Calories: 86kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 194mgFiber: 0.1g
Keyword italian sausage, italian sausage meatballs
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