Garlic Toast Meatball Skewers
🍴 Ingredients:
1 lb ground beef (lean for juicy meatballs)
1/3 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 🧀
1 egg
3 cloves garlic (minced) 🧄
1/2 tsp Italian seasoning 🌿
Salt and pepper (to taste)
1 loaf of French bread (cut into 1-inch cubes)
3 tbsp butter (melted)
1/2 tsp garlic powder
Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
📝 Instructions:
Make the Meatballs 🍖
In a large bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Roll into 1-inch meatballs and place on a baking sheet.
Bake the Meatballs 🔥
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Bake meatballs for 12-15 minutes or until fully cooked through and browned on the outside.
Prep the Garlic Toast Cubes 🥖
In a small bowl, mix the melted butter and garlic powder.
Toss the bread cubes in the garlic butter mixture until fully coated.
Assemble the Skewers 🍢
Alternate meatballs and garlic toast cubes on each skewer (about 3 meatballs and 2 bread cubes per skewer).
Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
Garnish & Serve 🌿
Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping! Perfect for a holiday party or cozy night in.
Enjoy these delicious, easy-to-eat skewers that are sure to impress your friends and family! 😋