My Grandmother's Savory Beef Meatballs: Bake in 40 Minutes!

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (80/20 preferred for juiciness)
• 1/2 cup (50 g) breadcrumbs (preferably Italian-style)
• 1/4 cup (25 g) grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup (15 g) fresh parsley, chopped (or 2 tablespoons dried)
• 1 large egg
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil (for drizzling)