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Saucy Baked Pork Meatballs: A Deliciously Easy Recipe!

A deliciously easy recipe for saucy baked pork meatballs topped with marinara sauce and melted mozzarella cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground pork
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 cup marinara sauce
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, garlic, salt, pepper, oregano, and onion powder. Mix until well combined.
  3. Using your hands, form the mixture into meatballs about 1.5 inches in diameter and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until they are cooked through and browned.
  5. Remove the meatballs from the oven and pour the marinara sauce over them. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
  6. Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Let the meatballs cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 25gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes to the meatball mixture.
  • You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
  • Serve the meatballs over spaghetti or in a sub roll for a delicious meatball sandwich.

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