Bacon-Wrapped Meatballs
TOTAL TIME: Prep: 35 min. Bake: 15 min.
YIELD: 4 dozen.
These bacon-wrapped meatballs are a hit at whatever kind of party I make them for. The appealing aroma while baking is irresistible.—Pamela Shank, Parkersburg, West Virginia
Ingredients
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2 eggs, lightly beaten
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2 tablespoons milk
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3/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
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1/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon pepper
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1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
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24 bacon strips, cut in half widthwise
Directions
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1.
In a large bowl, combine the eggs, milk, cheese, bread crumbs, salt and pepper. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls.
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2.
In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until partially cooked but not crisp. Remove to paper towels to drain. Wrap a piece of bacon around each meatball; secure with a wooden toothpick.
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3.
Place meatballs on a greased rack in a shallow baking pan. Bake at 375° for 8 minutes. Turn; bake 3-5 minutes longer or until meat is no longer pink and bacon is crisp.
Nutrition Facts
1 each: 42 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 19mg cholesterol, 135mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 lean meat, 1/2 fat.
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