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Cheese Meatballs Recipe

Cheese Meatballs Recipe


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4.8 from 14 reviews

  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 18 meatballs 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

These Cheese Meatballs are a flavorful twist on the classic dish, combining ground meat with a cheesy, herb-infused mix. Baked to golden perfection, they are perfect for a comforting meal.


Ingredients

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For the meatballs:

  • 1 pound ground beef or ground turkey
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (for baking or pan-frying)

For serving:

  • Marinara sauce (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper or olive oil.
  2. Mix the meatball ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the ground meat, breadcrumbs, cheeses, egg, garlic, parsley, seasonings, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
  3. Form the meatballs: Shape the mixture into 1 1/2-inch meatballs and place them on the baking sheet.
  4. Bake: Brush or drizzle the meatballs with olive oil and bake for 18-20 minutes until cooked through and golden brown.
  5. Serve: Enjoy the meatballs warm with marinara sauce for dipping or alongside pasta.

Notes

  • These meatballs freeze well — bake, cool, and store in an airtight container. Reheat in the oven or microwave.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 3 meatballs
  • Calories: 190
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 280mg
  • Fat: 11g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 5g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg