Savory Meatloaf Meatballs
Savory Meatloaf Meatballs are a delightful twist on classic comfort food, combining the familiar flavors of traditional meatloaf in an easy-to-enjoy, bite-sized form. These meatballs are perfect for family dinners, meal prep, or game day gatherings. With a simple blend of ground beef and spices, they promise an explosion of flavor that everyone will love. Whether served with pasta, in a hearty sub, or as an appetizer, these meatballs are versatile and satisfying.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 meatballs (4 servings) 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 pounds ground beef (or ground turkey)
- 1 sleeve finely crushed saltine crackers
- 2 eggs
- 1 medium yellow onion, minced
- 1 medium green bell pepper, minced
- 3 tablespoons ketchup
- 1/2 cup canned crushed tomatoes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, crushed crackers, eggs, minced onion, minced bell pepper, garlic powder, ketchup, brown sugar, onion powder, black pepper, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix until combined without overmixing.
- Roll the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and arrange them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 30 minutes. Remove from the oven and spoon crushed tomatoes over each meatball; return to bake for an additional 20 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature should reach 160°F).
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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