ITALIAN MEATBALLS

Ingredients

• 1 lb (0.5 kg) lean ground beef
• 1/3 cup dry bread crumbs
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 large egg, lightly beaten
• 1/2 tsp basil, crumbled
• 1/2 tsp oregano, crumbled
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp freshly ground pepper
• 1/8 tsp garlic powder

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Combine all ingredients until well blended. Shape mixture into small balls. Place meatballs on a rack in a shallow pan.
3. Bake until completely cooked, about 35 - 40 minutes. Cooked meatballs may be frozen for up to 1 month.