{"id":1344852,"date":"2019-12-14T11:31:17","date_gmt":"0001-01-01T06:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/origin-www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/quick-and-simple-meatballs\/"},"modified":"2024-08-08T17:08:38","modified_gmt":"2024-08-08T22:08:38","slug":"quick-and-simple-meatballs","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/quick-and-simple-meatballs\/","title":{"rendered":"Meatballs"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Homemade meatballs are so much tastier than anything you\u2019ll pick up at the supermarket. They\u2019re the ultimate comfort food, perfect for quick pasta dishes, stews, appetizers and hearty <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/italian-meatball-subs\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/italian-meatball-subs\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">meatball subs<\/a>. This easy meatball recipe is an economical, approachable 30-minute meal that&#8217;s fantastic when you\u2019re looking for quick meal prep ideas.<\/p>\n<h2>Meatball Ingredients<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Ground beef:<\/strong> We like to use at least 80% ground beef in our meatball recipe so there\u2019s still a good amount of fat (aka flavor!) in the beef. Yes, the seasonings and spices add a lot of flavor to baked meatballs, also, but it\u2019s the fat in the beef that makes the meatballs so juicy and rich.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Eggs:<\/strong> This is one of the binding agents for any meatball recipe. Thanks to their moisture content, eggs also help keep your meatballs nice and tender.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bread crumbs:<\/strong> This recipe calls for soft bread crumbs\u2014not panko (bigger, crispier bread crumbs), dry or seasoned bread crumbs (sometimes called &#8220;Italian bread crumbs&#8221;). Luckily, you can make your own soft bread crumbs at home. Just put a slice or two of bread in a food processor, and voila! Fresh, soft bread crumbs. One slice of bread typically yields about 1 cup crumbs.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Parmesan:<\/strong> Try using freshly grated Parmesan, Parmigiano-Reggiano or Romano cheese to add deep flavor to this simple meatball recipe.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Directions<\/h2>\n<h3>Step 1: Make the meatball mixture<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1745700 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/baked-meatballs-step-1-TOHcom21_249170_E12_15_1b.jpg?fit=700%2C467\" alt=\"Ingredients mixed in a large bowl to make Meatballs \" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Preheat the oven to 375\u00b0F. Crumble the ground beef into a large bowl. Add the eggs, onion, garlic, water, bread crumbs, Parmesan and Italian seasoning.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-1956932\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Quick-and-Simple-Meatballs_TOHcom21_249170_E12_15_2b_MSedit.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Mixing beef eggs and other ingredients in a large bowl\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Using your hands, combine everything but do not overwork the mixture.<\/p>\n<p><em>Editor&#8217;s Tip: <\/em>Don&#8217;t overmix the beef mixture here! You run the risk of making tough meatballs. Instead, gently work the mixture until it\u2019s just combined.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 2: Shape into meatballs<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1745706 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/baked-meatballs-step-2-TOHcom21_249170_E12_15_3b-copy.jpg?fit=700%2C467\" alt=\"A person Hand Shaping Mixture Into Balls With Scoop In Bowl\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Once you\u2019re happy with the beef mixture, gently shape into 1- to 1-1\/2-inch balls.<\/p>\n<p><em>Editor\u2019s Tip:<\/em> To prevent the mixture from sticking as you form your meatballs, try lightly coating your hands with just a bit of oil or water.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 3: Cook the meatballs<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-1956935\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Quick-and-Simple-Meatballs_TOHcom21_249170_E12_15_5b_MSedit.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Baked Meatballs arranged on a baking tray\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Grease a wire rack, and place it in a shallow baking tray. Arrange the meatballs on the rack. Bake, uncovered, until the meat is no longer pink and an instant-read thermometer in the center of each ball reads at least 160\u00b0, 15 to 18 minutes.<\/p>\n<p><em>Editor&#8217;s Tip:<\/em> If you&#8217;d like, you can brown the meatballs before you bake them. This gives a bit more texture, flavor and of course, color to the meatballs.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-1745731 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/baked-meatballs-tips-TOHcom21_249170_E12_15_7b-copy.jpg?fit=700%2C467\" alt=\"Baked Meatballs Tips Tohcom21 249170 E12 15 7b Copy\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Recipe Variations<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Make your own bread crumbs:<\/strong> To <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/homemade-bread-crumbs\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/homemade-bread-crumbs\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">make homemade bread crumbs<\/a> the way Nonna used to, soak leftover stale bread in milk for a few minutes. Remove the excess milk by squeezing the bread with your hands, then break up the bread into small pieces.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Add fresh herbs:<\/strong> Add Italian-inspired fresh <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/types-of-herbs\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/types-of-herbs\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">herbs and spices<\/a> like crushed red pepper flakes and fresh parsley or oregano. They will make these meatballs sing! This recipe calls for dried Italian seasoning, but an extra sprinkling of chopped fresh herbs like rosemary, thyme and basil would pack some serious flavor. Mint would be gorgeous with ground lamb meatballs, while cilantro would give pork and chicken meatballs a clean, peppery flair.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Swap out the water for milk:<\/strong> Milk will add moisture to your meatballs\u2014not to mention much more flavor than water.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Find an egg substitute:<\/strong> If you\u2019re out of eggs or would rather not use them in your meatball recipe, you\u2019ve got options. You can substitute a few tablespoons of applesauce per egg, or you can prep a flaxseed mixture instead. To do this, combine 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed with 6 tablespoons water, and let stand until mixture thickens, 5 to 10 minutes. Learn more here about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/using-egg-substitute\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/using-egg-substitute\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">using egg substitutions<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How to Store Meatballs<\/h2>\n<p>To store the uncooked meatballs, assemble them but do not cook them. Put them in an airtight container in the fridge to cook later in the week. Just be sure to cook them within two to three days of the beef&#8217;s original purchase date so <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/is-gray-ground-beef-safe-to-eat\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/is-gray-ground-beef-safe-to-eat\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">the ground beef doesn\u2019t go bad<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>To store leftover cooked meatballs, allow them to cool completely to room temperature, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.<\/p>\n<h2>Can I freeze meatballs?<\/h2>\n<p>Yes, you can freeze your cooked meatballs to enjoy later. After they\u2019re out of the oven, let the meatballs cool to room temperature. Place them in an airtight container, and store in the freezer for up to two months.<\/p>\n<p>To eat, allow the frozen meatballs to thaw overnight in the fridge. Reheat in the oven, microwave or in a skillet until warmed through and their internal temperature reaches 165\u00b0.<\/p>\n<div class=\"\">\n<h2>Meatball Recipe Tips<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-1956936\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Quick-and-Simple-Meatballs_TOHcom21_249170_E12_15_6bC_MSedit.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Meatballs served in a plate with a spoon\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Can I use a different meat?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes, you can use a different meat! Try a 50\/50 mix of beef and pork as your base, or use a blend of beef, pork and veal. You can also swap the beef completely for pork, chicken, lamb, turkey or game meat to put a new spin on this simple meatball recipe. Just make sure you cook whichever meat you use to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/food-safe-cooking-temperatures\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/food-safe-cooking-temperatures\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">food-safe cooking temperature<\/a>!<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re hankering for ultra-tender meatballs, fatty meats are the way to go. If you use lean meats like chicken or turkey, consider adding a splash of milk to the egg mixture. This will moisten the bread crumbs and help prevent the meatballs from getting tough.<\/p>\n<h3>Do you need to cover the meatballs with foil in the oven?<\/h3>\n<p>According to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/author\/peggy-woodward\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/author\/peggy-woodward\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">Peggy Woodward<\/a>, <em>Taste Recipes<\/em> senior food editor, these baked meatballs cook fast enough in the oven that they don\u2019t need to be covered. And, in fact, they\u2019ll have better flavor and color if you don\u2019t cover them!<\/p>\n<h3>What can you serve with meatballs?<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1745784 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/baked-meatballs-hero-TOHcom21_249170_E12_15_8b-copy-1.jpg?fit=700%2C467\" alt=\"Baked Meatballs Hero\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Of course, baked meatballs go perfectly with a heaping plate of spaghetti! You also can\u2019t go wrong with putting them in a meatball sub sandwich or as a topping on a hearty <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/meatball-pizza\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/meatball-pizza\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">meatball pizza<\/a>. Or make this easy meatball recipe ahead of time, and freeze the meatballs so you can make <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/meatball-submarine-casserole\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/meatball-submarine-casserole\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">meatball casserole<\/a> in a moment\u2019s notice.<\/p>\n<p>Baked meatballs are also a great homemade main course when you pair them with garlic bread and roasted vegetables or a side salad.<\/p>\n<p>Now that you\u2019ve mastered the art of the perfect meatball, here are some of our best <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/great-grandma-s-italian-meatballs\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/great-grandma-s-italian-meatballs\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">Italian meatballs<\/a>\u00a0and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/meatball-recipes-from-around-the-world\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/meatball-recipes-from-around-the-world\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">meatball recipes from around the world<\/a> to try out.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Our baked meatball recipe shows you how to whip up this delicious comfort food quickly and 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baked meatball recipe shows you how to whip up this delicious comfort food quickly and easily.","recipeIngredient":["2 pounds ground beef","2 large eggs","1\/4 cup water","1 small onion, finely chopped","1-1\/3 cups soft bread crumbs","2\/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese","2 garlic cloves, minced","2 teaspoons Italian seasoning","1-1\/2 teaspoons salt"],"recipeInstructions":[{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Make the meatball mixture","text":"Preheat the oven to 375\u00b0F. Crumble the ground beef into a large bowl. Add the eggs, onion, garlic, water, bread crumbs, Parmesan and Italian seasoning. Using your hands, combine everything but do not overwork the mixture. Editor's Tip: Don't overmix the beef mixture here! You run the risk of making tough meatballs. Instead, gently work the mixture until it\u2019s just combined.","image":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/baked-meatballs-step-1-TOHcom21_249170_E12_15_1b.jpg?fit=700,467"},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Shape into meatballs","text":"Once you\u2019re happy with the beef mixture, gently shape into 1- to 1-1\/2-inch balls. Editor\u2019s Tip: To prevent the mixture from sticking as you form your meatballs, try lightly coating your hands with just a bit of oil or water.","image":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/baked-meatballs-step-2-TOHcom21_249170_E12_15_3b-copy.jpg?fit=700,467"},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Cook the meatballs","text":"Grease a wire rack, and place it in a shallow baking tray. Arrange the meatballs on the rack. Bake, uncovered, until the meat is no longer pink and an instant-read thermometer in the center of each ball reads at least 160\u00b0, 15 to 18 minutes. Editor's Tip: If you'd like, you can brown the meatballs before you bake them. This gives a bit more texture, flavor and of course, color to the meatballs.","image":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Quick-and-Simple-Meatballs_TOHcom21_249170_E12_15_5b_MSedit.jpg?fit=700,1024"}],"recipeYield":"48 meatballs","author":[{"@type":"Person","name":"Camille Berry"},{"@type":"Person","name":"Lauren Naru"}],"nutrition":{"@type":"NutritionInformation","calories":" 276 calories","fatContent":"17g fat (7g saturated fat)","cholesterolContent":"122mg cholesterol","sodiumContent":"533mg sodium","carbohydrateContent":"6g carbohydrate (1g sugars","fiberContent":"0 fiber)","proteinContent":"24g protein. "},"aggregateRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"AggregateRating","ratingValue":4.8421054,"reviewCount":19,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5},"recipeCuisine":"Europe, Italian","video":{"@type":"VideoObject","name":"How to Make Easy Meatballs","description":"Check out this video for How to Make Easy Meatballs.","thumbnailUrl":["http:\/\/content.jwplatform.com\/v2\/media\/khsSiGJe\/poster.jpg?width=720"],"uploadDate":"2023-02-11 00:50:02","duration":"P0DT0H3M2S","contentUrl":"http:\/\/content.jwplatform.com\/videos\/khsSiGJe-Uot7Fvi8.mp4"},"review":[{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-08-07","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveBoomerang"},"reviewBody":"These are so good and satiated my craving for the Italian deli I used to live near. I forgot to buy onion and garlic, so I had to use powders, but I imagine these would be even better with the fresh stuff. This is a good meatball recipe that doesn't necessarily have to be cooked the way shown here. I fried them in a pan to get a nice crust on them and then simmered them in tomato sauce until they were cooked through. They were great over spaghetti, but probably just as good in a sandwich.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-01-14","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleHammer"},"reviewBody":"These made excellent meatballs for a sandwich.  After baking I simmered them in a marinara sauce for 10 minutes, then put them on a roll, topped with cheese and put under the boiler for less than a minute. I only had 1 cup of bread crumbs and no onion and they turned out fine.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-09-08","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"grandmascooking22"},"reviewBody":"Didn't add the onions but put some minced onion in its place.  We really liked them.  Made some to freeze and keep in the freezer for another time.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-06-14","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleCloud"},"reviewBody":"My favorite recipe for meatballs!! If you don't have an onion do 1tbs of onion powder per pound of meat. I made turkey meat balls and only adjusted the time to max 15(or when they get to temp of 180). Once you hit 180f they are still juicy! I also add double the garlic too!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2024-02-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Saa973"},"reviewBody":"<p>Very tasty meatballs! Increased the amounts to have extras for the freezer. Made them one ounce each and they are took about 10 minutes longer to cook than the recipe says  by my thermometer. Helpful hint: Spread the meatballs out so they aren't touching on a parchment or foil lined baking sheet. Freeze them uncovered for an hour or two and they will be \"IQF\" (individually quick frozen). That makes it easy to take out as many as you need. 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I used milk instead of water and omitted the Italian seasoning opting for Asian seasonings for sweet and sour meatballs. This will be my go to for meatballs. No more frozen for me.<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-02-10","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueBasketball"},"reviewBody":"Very easy to make and the meatballs were delicious. Next time I wouldn\u2019t put so much onions as well as I need to shop the onions more as I had allot of chunks of onions. Also, I recommend that you bake them more then the recommended time. I baked them 18 minutes on 375 and then I turned them and baked them for 10 minutes..","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-12-05","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanDice"},"reviewBody":"Really really delicious! I changed the recipe a lot. Brad crumbs are really hard to get here currently, so I used saltines. I did not use water. I used melted butter. I put about a tbs of onion, the garlic and all of my spices in the butter as it was melting, then added that to the crumbs, parm, and eggs. I also added about a tablespoon of lemon juice bc that\u2019s something add to my meatloaf. I used a melon baller to keep them uniformly shaped and sized  Everyone went nuts when I put them in homemade bread bowls and marinara from scratch.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-06-13","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveTree"},"reviewBody":"My family loves these. I do 1-lb beef and 1-lb of ground pork, instead of all beef. They are easy to make, freeze well, and you can just pull them out of the freezer for a quick weeknight meal. Good by themselves, meatball subs, pasta sauce, etc. very versatile. So glad I found this recipe!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-08-13","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleSeahorse"},"reviewBody":"These were quick and easy!! Delicious baked and fried. My favorite is in Sweet Uncle Ray's Barbecue Sauce. Yummy...nm","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-02-08","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BluePin"},"reviewBody":"These were really flavorful without a lot of work. I added them to some jar sauce. Fast delicious dinner. Family loved it!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-04-18","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveBandAid"},"reviewBody":"Just finished making these to put in freezer for meatball subs when looking for a quick simple meal. Very simple recipe, a little different than my usual one when making sauce and meatballs. Made recipe exact with the exception of used romano cheese instead of parmesan. Will definitely add to my recipe box!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-12-30","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenPretzel"},"reviewBody":"Very Nice Test","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-04-23","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueCoathanger"},"reviewBody":"Great recipe, huge hit with my kids and husband.  I love that this is made totally with pantry staples that I have on hand.  Made enough for a generous supper with about the same amount going into the freezer for another night.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-07-25","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueAirBalloon"},"reviewBody":"Tasty! These are good, and versatile! However, they need to cook longer and hotter. When they were barely 100 degrees after 20 minutes, I turned up the heat to 400, and let them go another 10-15 minutes.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-04-10","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanFlame"},"reviewBody":"Gosh, I really liked these! They were easy to make and the taste was delightful. I used them for meatball subs, so I make them on the small side so that they would fit in the buns that I had. Actually, they were so good that I ate them alone without the bread and marinara sauce. They were just as good the next day as leftovers, too. Thank you!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-01-11","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanBox"},"reviewBody":"Easy to make and my family loved them. 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