Chef's Special Oven-Baked Meatballs
A delectable and versatile dish that can be served in various ways, these meatballs are sure to be a hit at any gathering or weeknight meal.
Ingredients
| 1 | cup milk |
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| 1⁄2 | cup finely chopped onion |
| 4 | eggs or egg whites |
| 2 | teaspoons salt (optional) |
| 6 | bread, crumbled (white or wheat) |
| 3 | lbs ground turkey or ground pork (or any combination) |
Instructions
| 1. | Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. |
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| 2. | In a mixing bowl, combine the milk, finely chopped onion, eggs, and optional salt. |
| 3. | Stir in the crumbled bread slices and let the mixture stand for 5 minutes. |
| 4. | Add the ground meat to the bowl, and thoroughly mix the ingredients using your hands. |
| 5. | Shape the mixture into small meatballs, each measuring 1 to 1 1/2 inches in diameter. |
| 6. | Arrange the meatballs on baking pans and bake for 20 to 30 minutes, or until fully cooked. To ensure doneness, cut one meatball in half to check. |
| 7. | If space in the oven or on the baking pans is limited, refrigerate any remaining raw meat mixture until ready to bake. |
| 8. | Exercise caution throughout the cooking process. |
| 9. | For a healthier option, consider using lean meat. If the meat is fatty, baking the meatballs on a rack over a shallow pan can help reduce excess fat. |
| 10. | To prevent smoking, add a small amount of water to the bottom of the pan when baking fatty meatballs. |
| 11. | For a unique twist, try broiling meatballs, though note that this method may require adjustments in cooking time and technique. |
| 12. | Enjoy 'Meatballs to Die For' by placing the baked meatballs in a shallow baking dish. |
| 13. | Prepare a mixture of cream of mushroom soup and cream of shrimp soup with a splash of milk, then pour it over the meatballs. |
| 14. | Bake the dish at 350 degrees for approximately an hour, allowing the sauce to thicken and enrich. |
| 15. | Serve the meatballs over rice, noodles, mashed potatoes, or as a sandwich filling. |
| 16. | For a slow-cooker option, cook the meatballs on low for 8 hours to maintain texture and flavor. |
| 17. | Explore various serving suggestions for the meatballs, such as integrating them into spaghetti dishes or creating unique sandwich options. |
| 18. | These meatballs are a versatile addition to your culinary repertoire, offering endless possibilities for creative meals. |
Nutrients
The following values are based on a single serving of this recipe.
| Calories | 39.6 kcal |
| Protein | 3.1 g |
| Fat | 2.5 g |
| Carbohydrates | 1 g |
| Fiber | 0.1 g |
| Sugar | 0.1 g |
Published on Jul 19, 2024 by Luminița