Cheesy Oven-Baked Meatballs Recipe

Name: Cheesy Oven-Baked Meatballs Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Yield: 8 serving
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef; 1 cup Parmesan Cheese; 1 egg; 1 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1/4 tsp chili flakes; 1 tbsp fresh parsley; 1 clove garlic; 1 tsp thyme; 1 cup shredded Mozzarella cheese; 1 cup marinara sauce

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Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Servings
8
Calories
252 kcal
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
American

Cheesy Oven-Baked Meatballs Recipe

Iris Warren

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These cheesy meatballs are made with ground beef and flavorful spices. The simple marinara sauce and melted cheese turns this into a main dish.

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Ingredients

Servings

1 lb ground beef
1 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
1 egg
1 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp chili flakes optional
1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
1 clove garlic minced
1 tsp thyme
1 cup shredded Mozzarella cheese
1 cup marinara sauce pre-made or homemade

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Instructions

Prepare Meatball Mixture

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, Parmesan cheese, salt, chili flakes, parsley, pepper, thyme, garlic, and egg. Mix well with your hands until the ingredients are incorporated.

Form the Meatballs

Use a #20 scoop to make evenly sized meatballs and shape them with your hands.

First Bake

Place the meatballs in an oven-safe 9" x 13" baking dish and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15 minutes.

Flip Meatballs

Turn the meatballs over and continue to bake for another 10 minutes.

Top Meatballs

Remove the dish from the oven, cover the meatballs with marinara sauce, and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese over the meatballs.

Final Bake

Return the meatballs to the oven for 10 more minutes, or until the cheese melts and turns golden brown.

Serve

Garnish with fresh parsley or basil leaves. Serve hot, with mashed potatoes, pasta, zoodles or rice if desired.

Notes

Helpful tips:
For homemade Marinara Sauce (photos are in this Chicken Rollatini Recipe). This will make about 3 cups of sauce.
Instructions:
The #20 scoop yields about 3 Tablespoons.
Place the mixture in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes if the meat is too soft or sticky. This will help hold its shape when baking.
If you don't have mozzarella, you can use provolone, gouda or fontina for a more intense flavor.
You can make the meatballs in advance and freeze them raw. Then just bake them straight from frozen when you're ready to enjoy. Just add an additional 10 minutes to the baking time if they are frozen.
For a low-carb option, replace the breadcrumbs with a keto friendly alternative like pork rinds or homemade low carb breadcrumbs.
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon orgegano
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
28 ounces crushed tomatoes
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 Tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic, 3/4 teaspoon salt, oregano, and pepper flakes. Cook stirring until fragrant.
Stir in tomatoes and tomato paste, and increase heat to high. When ingredients get to a boil, reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for about 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 252kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 3g (1%) Protein 18g (36%) Fat 18g (28%) Saturated Fat 8g (40%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 7g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 80mg (27%) Sodium 771mg (32%) Potassium 282mg (8%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 427IU (9%) Vitamin C 3mg (3%) Calcium 239mg (24%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 252 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	252kcal	13%
Carbohydrates	3g	1%
Protein	18g	36%
Fat	18g	28%
Saturated Fat	8g	40%
Polyunsaturated Fat	1g	6%
Monounsaturated Fat	7g	35%
Trans Fat	1g	50%
Cholesterol	80mg	27%
Sodium	771mg	32%
Potassium	282mg	6%
Fiber	1g	4%
Sugar	1g	2%
Vitamin A	427IU	9%
Vitamin C	3mg	3%
Calcium	239mg	24%
Iron	2mg	11%