Cheesy Meatballs Recipe
Tender & tasty topped with ricotta cheese
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Ingredients
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Meatball Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Meatball Mixture
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, egg, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- 2
Form the Meatballs
Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 3
Cook the Meatballs
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake the meatballs for 20-25 minutes or until they are browned and cooked through.
- 4
Add the Ricotta Cheese
Remove the meatballs from the oven and top each meatball with a spoonful of ricotta cheese. Return to the oven for an additional 5-7 minutes until the cheese is slightly melted.
- 5
Serve
Serve the cheesy meatballs warm, garnished with additional parsley if desired.
