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football meatballs

Football Meatballs: 7 Irresistible Game Day Treats


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Delicious football-shaped meatballs perfect for game day.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1/2 cup marinara sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, parsley, egg, garlic, salt, and pepper.
  3. Shape the mixture into football-like meatballs.
  4. Place the meatballs on a baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
  6. Serve with marinara sauce.

Notes

  • Use lean beef for a healthier option.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste.
  • Can be made ahead and frozen.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 meatballs
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: football meatballs, game day snacks, Italian meatballs