FRIGGITRICE AD ARIA: POLPETTE DELL NONNA - AIR FRYER. GRANNY MEATBALLS

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated mozzarella

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Oats provide fiber and are often cheaper than specialty bread crumbs.

Combine ground beef, bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, finely chopped onion, chopped parsley, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning in a large bowl.

Mix until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.

Form the mixture into small balls, about the size of a golf ball.

Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.

Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil to prevent sticking.

Place the meatballs in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not touching.

Air fry the meatballs for 10-12 minutes, turning halfway through, until they are browned and cooked through.

Check for doneness; the internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).

While meatballs are cooking, heat tomato sauce in a saucepan over medium heat.

Add basil and red pepper flakes to the sauce, stirring to combine.

Serve the meatballs with the sauce over pasta or on their own.

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