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Meatball Parmigiana

Heavenly Homemade Meatball Parmigiana You’ll Love

Delight in this comforting Meatball Parmigiana, featuring homemade meatballs in marinara sauce, topped with gooey mozzarella.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Use lean ground beef for a healthier option.
  • 1 Eggs Can substitute with flaxseed meal mixed with water for a vegan option.
  • 1 small Onion Can substitute with shallots for a milder taste.
  • 1 cup Soft Bread Crumbs Can replace with panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch.
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast can be used as a vegan substitute.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Cloves Use garlic powder for a milder taste if fresh garlic isn’t available.
  • 1 tsp Italian Seasoning Fresh herbs can be used for a more vibrant taste.
  • 1 tsp Salt Use sea salt or kosher salt based on preference.
For the Sauce and Topping
  • 2 cups Marinara Sauce Consider low-sodium varieties.
  • 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Substitute with vegan mozzarella for a dairy-free version.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Basil or oregano can also be used as alternatives.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Dish
  • Baking sheet
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Gather a large mixing bowl and your ingredients for the meatballs.
  2. In your large bowl, crumble the ground beef and add in the eggs, finely chopped onion, soft bread crumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and a pinch of salt. Combine these ingredients gently but thoroughly.
  3. Shape the meat mixture into balls about 2 inches in diameter, placing them on a greased rack in shallow baking pans.
  4. Bake the meatballs for approximately 20 minutes or until they are browned and cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  5. Once browned, transfer the meatballs into a 13x9-inch baking dish and cover generously with marinara sauce.
  6. Sprinkle a layer of shredded mozzarella cheese over the meatballs and return to the oven for an additional 15 to 20 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  7. Broil for 2-3 minutes for a final touch to achieve a golden color and blistered spots on the cheese.
  8. Let it rest for a few minutes before garnishing with freshly minced parsley and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For the best results, use fresh mozzarella for a good melt and allow the dish to rest to help flavors meld.

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