Pugliese Baked Meatballs (polpette Al Forno Pugliesi)
Pugliese Baked Meatballs, or Polpette al Forno Pugliesi, are a classic dish from the Puglia region of Italy. These flavorful meatballs are baked to perfection and make a delicious addition to any meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Place the meatballs on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and serve hot.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 25 minutes
- Total time:
- 45 minutes
- Cooking method
- Baking
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Protein
- 15g
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
- Fat
- 18g
Supplies
Baking sheet Mixing bowl
Tools
Oven
Serving suggestions
Serve the Pugliese Baked Meatballs with a side of pasta and a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the meatball mixture before baking.
Cost
$10