MELISSA'S MEATBALLS

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Provided by Melissa Snow

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 lb ground beef
1 c panko crumbs
1/2 c whole milk
1/2 c beef broth, plus additional
1 c chopped fresh italian parsley
3 eggs, beaten
2 Tbsp dried oregano
1 Tbsp minced garlic (optional)
1 Tbsp kosher salt
1 Tbsp seasoned pepper
2 tsp dried basil
1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
1 pinch nutmeg
3/4 c grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

1. Pre-heat oven to 450 degrees
2. In a large bowl, combine beef, bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, 1/2 C broth, milk, eggs, parsley, oregano, garlic, salt, pepper, basil, red pepper flakes, and nutmeg with a fork or very clean hands. Hint: It's easier and faster to use your hands!
3. Using 2 spoons shape meat into balls. Coat a baking sheet with cooking spray. Space meatballs on pan so that they are not touching. Cover bottom of pan with additional beef broth.
4. Bake for 25 minutes. Transfer meatballs onto paper towels.