Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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30
servings
1 lb

lean ground beef

1 unit

egg

beaten

0.25 cup

milk

0.33 cup

bread crumbs

fine, dry

2 tsp

instant minced onion

0.5 tsp

salt

0.25 tsp

nutmeg

0.25 tsp

garlic powder

1 tsp

Worcestershire sauce

0.13 tsp

pepper

Step 1
~1 min

Combine lean ground beef, egg, milk, bread crumbs, minced onion, salt, nutmeg, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, and pepper in a bowl.

Step 2
~1 min

Mix all ingredients thoroughly.

Step 3
~1 min

Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs.

Step 4
~1 min

Place the meatballs in a 2-quart microwave-safe baking dish.

Step 5
~1 min

Microwave on Medium power for 6 to 8 minutes, or until fully cooked, turning the meatballs over halfway through.

Step 6
~1 min

Transfer cooked meatballs to a serving dish.

Step 7
~1 min

Reserve drippings from the baking dish for later use in sauces if desired.

Step 8
~1 min

Serve meatballs plain or with your favorite sauces.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure meatballs are cooked through before serving.

Vary sauces to serve with meatballs for different flavors.

Add herbs to meatball mixture for added flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Meatballs can be prepared ahead of time and cooked just before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with mashed potatoes and gravy.

Serve with pasta and marinara sauce.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Garlic bread
Side salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Various

Cultural Significance

Meatballs are a globally popular dish with variations found in many cuisines.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner

Popularity Score

65/100

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