READY IN 40 mins

Three Animal Italian Meatballs

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"Turkey, beef and Italian sausage meatballs that go perfectly with your favorite marinara sauce. Serve over noodles!" — Steve

Directions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Combine ground meat, onion, eggs, bread crumbs, oats, and seasoning in a large bowl. Shape into 2 inch diameter balls.
Heat enough vegetable oil in a large saute pan to be 1/2 inch deep. Brown meatballs in hot oil for about 5 minutes. Transfer to a glass baking dish.
Bake in preheated oven for 25 minutes.

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PREP 10 mins
COOK 30 mins
READY IN 40 mins

Footnotes

Nutrition disclaimer:
We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and the specific type of oil used.

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Jun 24, 2006

These are really good. I made them with the beef, turkey & sausage just like the recipe called for. I used a 1/4 cup measure to portion out the meat. I got 22 meatballs. I would make this again.

—CINDY3539

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Apr 03, 2012

Just okay. I thought they needed some salt - but didn't realize till they were cooked. Maybe subbing cheese for oats or crumbs as someone else suggested would help.

—NOTRUB4

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90 Ratings

May 11, 2006

A great recipe-- my husband doesn't like most meatballs, but he loves these. I skip the step of browning them on the stove, and just put them straight in the oven. I use 1/3 cup measure when I'm making the meatballs so they're all the same size.

—sebat

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Sep 20, 2003

These are very moist and flavorful. They also freeze really well for a quick weeknight dinner!

—Steve

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Feb 02, 2006

This is a WONDERFUL recipie! I think it's the best made with hot italian sausage. Then after the meatballs are browned in a pan, I transfer them to a baking pan, pour a jar of spaghetti sauce over them and bake. Then top with parmesan cheese. Yummy!

—Natalie B.

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Apr 12, 2008

My own meatball recipe is very similar to this one. I only used half the amount of oats and bread crumbs in this recipe. In it's place I used a 1/2 cup of fresh shredded romano cheese and sometimes fresh chopped parsley!! Since I usually cook my small to medium sized meatballs in red sauce I don't pre-brown them. I also use minced onions and not chopped. I tried the Quick Pasta Sauce recipe with the meatballs and cooked on low 3 hours on the stovetop.

—GodivaGirl

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Feb 13, 2004

These are truly awesome meatballs! I always like to use ground turkey with my meatballs anyway, and I think the oatmeal added to this recipe really helps to set up the meatballs. This is definitely a "keeper" for my family!

—MICHELE LE

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Aug 24, 2003

Yummy! I added some fennel seed and a few drops of hot sauce. I got a bunch of compliments on them, especially because it was my first time making meatballs. Thanks :)

—IANSMOM

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Nutrition

Calories
424 kcal
21%

Carbohydrates
8.5 g
3%

Cholesterol
101 mg
34%

Fat
34 g
52%

Fiber
1 g
4%

Protein
21.2 g
42%

Sodium
442 mg
18%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Three Animal Italian Meatballs

Serving Size: 1/12 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 12
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 424
Calories from Fat: 306

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 34g 52 %
Saturated Fat 8.1g 41 %
Cholesterol 101mg 34 %
Sodium 442mg 18 %
** Potassium 287mg 8 %
Total Carbohydrates 8.5g 3 %
Dietary Fiber 1g 4 %
Protein 21.2g 42 %
Sugars 1.1g
Vitamin A 2 %
Vitamin C 2 %
Calcium 5 %
Iron 24 %
** Thiamin 22 %
** Niacin 59 %
** Vitamin B6 19 %
** Magnesium 9 %
** Folate 8 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.