Baked Italian Meatballs With Tomato Sauce
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 45 minutes
Yields: 4 servings
Are you ready for a culinary adventure that will transport you straight to the Tuscan countryside? Look no further than these mouthwatering Italian meatballs!
Imagine tender, juicy bites of meat, infused with the rich flavors of Italy, served up in a rich and tangy tomato sauce. It’s a match made in heaven, folks!

To start, you’ll need to preheat your oven to 425 degrees F. While that’s heating up, cover a baking sheet with foil and spray it lightly with cooking spray. Don’t forget to soak those breadcrumbs in milk for 20 minutes – it’s the secret to keeping these meatballs moist and flavorful!
Next, heat up some olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté those onions until they’re soft and translucent. Reduce the heat to low and let them cook for another 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. You’ll be rewarded with a depth of flavor that’s simply divine!
Printable Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup milk
- 3 cups breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion
- 1 pound ground meat (beef, pork, or a mix)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 425 degrees F.
- 2. Cover a baking sheet with foil and spray it lightly with cooking spray.
- 3. Soak the breadcrumbs in milk for 20 minutes.
- 4. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté the onions until soft and translucent.
- 5. Reduce the heat to low and let the onions cook for another 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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