I just recently made this recipe and really liked it. It is basic and simple. I had no idea what to make one night for dinner. Sat down to check my emails and found this recipe in my inbox from my sister. 45 minutes later, we were eating them for dinner.
These were a snap to throw together and can be used in a few different ways. We used them in Meatball Sandwiches (toss them in this sauce and put ’em on a bun). You could make Spaghetti and Meatballs. You could make a Meatball Appetizer, either BBQ Sauce or a Sweet Chili Type Sauce. The next time I make them I plan on doubling the recipe and freezing half.
Easy Baked Meatballs
Yield: Makes 4 dozen
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds ground beef
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 3/4 cup quick-cooking oats, uncooked
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Preparation
Combine first 7 ingredients; shape into 1-inch balls.
Combine all-purpose flour, paprika, and salt. Gently roll meatballs in flour mixture, and place on a lightly greased rack in a foil-lined 13- x 9-inch pan.
Bake at 400° for 25 to 30 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Serve with your favorite sauce.
NOTE: To freeze, cool completely, and seal in an airtight container. To serve, place in a single layer on a baking sheet; bake at 400° for 10 to 15 minutes.
recipe via Southern Living, JANUARY 2002