Here’s a simple and delicious Meatballs and Cheese dish that’s perfect for a quick dinner or party appetizer. 🧀🍝
🍖 Meatballs and Cheese
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground Beef or Ground Turkey
- ½ cup Breadcrumbs
- 1 Egg
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese
- Salt and Black Pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
- 1 cup shredded Mozzarella Cheese
- 2 cups Marinara Sauce
Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2️⃣ Make meatballs
- In a bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, Parmesan, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Mix gently and form 1–1.5 inch meatballs.
3️⃣ Bake meatballs
- Place meatballs on a greased baking sheet or casserole dish.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes until cooked through.
4️⃣ Add sauce and cheese
- Pour marinara sauce over baked meatballs.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella on top.
5️⃣ Bake again
- Bake for 5–10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
6️⃣ Serve hot
- Pair with Spaghetti, garlic bread, or enjoy as is.
⭐ Optional Variations
- Add Red Pepper Flakes for a little heat.
- Mix in Fresh Basil or parsley for extra flavor.
- Use Provolone or Cheddar Cheese instead of mozzarella.
✅ Tip: For extra cheesy meatballs, cut small cubes of cheese and place inside each meatball before baking.
If you want, I can also give a super quick 3-ingredient meatball and cheese recipe that’s done in one skillet in under 20 minutes.
