My Meatballs

 Easy Meatballs

1 pound 80% lean ground beef (could sub with half ground pork)

1 large egg (beaten)

1/4 cup breadcrumbs (i use 6 smashed crix)

1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

1/4 cup finely chopped onion 1 lg onion

2 teaspoons minced garlic (4 cloves)

3/4 teaspoon kosher salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

2 Tablespoons Chopped fresh Italian Flat leaf parsley (optional)

Combine the meat, egg, breadcrumbs, cheese, salt, garlic, onion, black pepper and parsley in a bowl. Stir just until combined, do not over mix. Add a Tablespoon or two of water as needed to keep a wet mixture. 

form into 1.5 inch balls

• If Baking
• Preheat the oven to 400°F (200c). Line a baking sheet with foil and spray with non-stick spray.   
• bake 17-20 mins, turn halfway
• If Frying
• You can also cook in a pan with 2 Tablespoons oil over medium-high heat for 7-10 minutes, or until cooked through. Flip every few minutes to prevent burning.

Optional: simmer in marinara sauce for 10 mins