Perfect Juicy Meatballs Every Time | Easy Baking Hack | HelloFresh

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground pork is often less expensive.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Oats provide fiber and are a healthier alternative.

Parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated cheddar

Nutritional yeast is dairy-free and adds a cheesy flavor.

egg

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: applesauce

Flaxseed meal acts as a binder and is plant-based.

Preheat your oven.

Ensure your meatballs are uniform in size for even cooking.

If making your own, roll the meatballs gently between your palms instead of pressing firmly.

Place the meatballs on a lined tray with space between them for even browning.

Halfway through baking, gently shake the tray to roll the meatballs for even browning.

The meatballs are done when they're golden brown on the outside and no longer pink in the middle.

Cooking Techniques

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