Ingredients
1
1/4 pounds lean ground beef (can substitute ground turkey breast)
1/2
cup Italian bread crumbs
1/3
cup nonfat Parmesan cheese (grated)
1
tsp crushed fresh garlic
1/2
tsp crushed red pepper (optional)
1
1/2 tsp whole fennel seeds
1
1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
1
1/2 cups fat-free bottled marinara sauce
Directions
1.
Combine the meatball ingredients in a medium-sized bowl, and mix thoroughly. Coat a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray. Shape the meatball mixture into 50 (1 inch) balls, and place the meatballs on the baking sheet. Bake the meatballs at 350 degrees for about 25 minutes, or until thoroughly cooked. Transfer the meatballs to a chafing dish or Crock-Pot heated casserole to keep warm. Placethe marinara sauce in a small saucepan, and simmer over medium-low heat just until hot. Pour the sauce over the meatballs, toss gently to mix, and serve.
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