Meatballs (Made With Oatmeal)
Prep
7 mins
Cook
20 mins
Servings
2
Difficulty
Medium
Here's a recipe I've been making for years that my family absolutely loves. These meatballs are super budget friendly because the oatmeal stretches the ground beef further, so you get more servings without breaking the bank. The oats also add fiber, which is great for digestion, and they help keep the meatballs moist and tender. The best part? You can have them ready to cook in just seven minutes. They're perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or even as appetizers when friends come over.
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Ingredients
- ½ kgground beef
- 237 mlmilk
- 237 mlquick oats
- 11 egg
- 1salt and pepper
- 1onion powder(to taste)
- 1oregano(Basil, Parsley, garlic powder)
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Instructions
- 1
Pre-heat oven to 350.
- 2
In a medium or large bowl knead together all ingredients. Form into decent size balls and place on a greased cookie sheet or pizza pan.
- 3
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until browned on outside. (Baking time may vary for your oven!).
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