How To Make Italian Meatballs with Orzo
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups cooked orzo pasta
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving
- Fresh basil, for garnish
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
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In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, parsley, milk, egg, garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
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Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
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Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
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Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through and browned.
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While the meatballs are baking, cook the orzo pasta according to package instructions.
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Heat the marinara sauce in a large skillet over medium heat.
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Add the cooked meatballs to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, until heated through.
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Serve the meatballs and marinara sauce over the cooked orzo pasta.
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Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil. Enjoy!
Nutrition
- Calories : 476kcal
- Total Fat : 19g
- Saturated Fat : 8g
- Cholesterol : 146mg
- Sodium : 854mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 45g
- Dietary Fiber : 3g
- Sugar : 4g
- Protein : 30g
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