Simple Meat Balls
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Simple Meat Balls

These Simple Meat Balls are a classic appetizer featuring juicy ground beef combined with savory Parmesan and aromatic garlic. Perfectly browned for a crispy exterior and tender interior, these meatballs are bursting with flavor and make a delightful addition to any meal.

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AI Confidence Level:
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Total Time 50 minutes
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Difficulty Medium
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Servings 8
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Category Appetizers

๐Ÿฅ˜ Ingredients (AI's Shopping List)

โœจ The AI has assembled this ingredient list. It's probably right... mostly!

๐Ÿ”ง Equipment

Required:

  • Baking sheet
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Skillet

โฐ Timing

Prep Time: 20 min
Cook Time: 30 min
Total Time: 50 min

๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿณ Instructions (The AI's Game Plan)

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  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 375ยฐF (190ยฐC). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

    โฑ๏ธ 10 min (ish) ๐ŸŒก๏ธ 375ยฐF
    AI Wisdom: Ensure the oven is fully preheated before baking.
  2. 2

    In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.

    โฑ๏ธ 8 min (ish)
    AI Wisdom: Mix gently to avoid compacting the meat.
  3. 3

    Form the mixture into 16 meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter each, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.

    โฑ๏ธ 10 min (ish)
    AI Wisdom: For evenly sized meatballs, you can use an ice cream scoop.
  4. 4

    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches and cook until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

    โฑ๏ธ 20 min (ish) ๐ŸŒก๏ธ Medium heat
    AI Wisdom: Do not overcrowd the skillet to ensure proper browning.
  5. 5

    Transfer the browned meatballs back to the baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes until they are cooked through.

    โฑ๏ธ 12 min (ish) ๐ŸŒก๏ธ 375ยฐF
    AI Wisdom: Check for an internal temperature of 160ยฐF (71ยฐC) to ensure doneness.
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