Classic Italian Meatballs Recipe: Juicy Beef & Turkey Bacon Treats
A delicious recipe for classic Italian meatballs made with a blend of beef and turkey bacon for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 pound turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup marinara sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, turkey bacon, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through.
- In a saucepan, heat marinara sauce over medium heat. Add the baked meatballs to the sauce and simmer for 5-10 minutes.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can mix in some chopped onions.
- These meatballs can also be grilled for a smoky flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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