Heat oven to 400 F.
Combine ground beef, bread crumbs, egg, water, garlic, salt and pepper in a large bowl, micing lightly but thoroughly.
Shape into 12 two-inch meatballs. Place on rack in broiler pan. Bake in 400F oven 17-19 minutes to medium (160F) doneness, until not pink in center and juices show no pink color.
Serve with pasta sauce over hot cooked pasta or as sandwiches in crusty italian rolls, if desired.