Kickin' Meatballs

Ingredients

• 2 pounds ground beef
• 1/2 cup bread crumbs
• 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
• 2 eggs
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, chili powder, cumin, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
3. Mix until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
4. Form the mixture into 1-inch balls and place on a greased baking sheet.
5. Bake for 20 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through.
6. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

• The name “meatball” is derived from the Italian word “polpetta” which means little ball.
• Meatballs have been a popular dish in Italy since the 14th century!
• There are countless variations of meatballs around the world, including Swedish, Greek, Turkish, and Chinese.