Pesto Elk Meatballs

Submitted by NevadaFoodies

"These pesto meatballs won't last long. Simple ingredients with bold flavors. Serve as the main course or as an appetizer."

 

• Ready In: 40mins
• Ingredients: 8
• Serves: 12-14

ingredients

• 1 1⁄2 lbs ground elk
• 6 tablespoons pesto sauce
• 1⁄2 cup parmesan cheese
• 1 egg
• 1⁄2 cup plain breadcrumbs
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1⁄2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• salt and pepper

directions

1. In a large bowl combine all ingredients and ¼ cup breadcrumbs. Mix all ingredients together by hand and place in refrigerator for 1 hour.
2. Put remaining breadcrumbs in a bowl. Shape meatballs into round balls, roll in breadcrumbs and place on a non-stick cookie sheet.
3. Bake for 20 minutes turning meatballs after the first 10 minutes.
4. Remove from oven and enjoy.

Reviews

[ckgessner]

Recipe was great! Everyone loved the flavor. It doesn't tell you the baking temp but I baked at 400 degrees for 20 min. Will make this again. Thanks!