Best 10 Easy Cheesy Meatballs Recipes

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Meatballs are a classic comfort food that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are also relatively easy to make, especially if you use a few simple ingredients and techniques. This article will provide you with a step-by-step guide to making easy cheesy meatballs that are sure to satisfy your cravings. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will love.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

EASY MEATBALLS



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My husband makes these easy meatballs with simple ingredients like eggs, panko bread crumbs, garlic powder, and fresh basil, and they come out flavorful and delicious every time! Kids love them too! If desired, add the cooked meatballs to your favorite sauce until submerged (this brings out the moistness).

Provided by Love2Cook

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 eggs
2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
2 teaspoons chopped fresh basil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 pounds ground beef
½ cup panko bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Mix eggs, Italian seasoning, basil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder together in a large bowl. Add beef and panko bread crumbs and mix thoroughly.
  • Shape mixture into about forty 1 1/2-inch balls, a little smaller than golf balls, using a teaspoon. Place on ungreased, rimmed baking sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the centers, turning halfway through cooking time, 10 to 15 minutes total.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245.4 calories, Carbohydrate 5.9 g, Cholesterol 117.5 mg, Fat 15.3 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 21.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 406.9 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

CHEESE MEATBALLS



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I often rely on these rich, cheesy meatballs for party appetizers. Or I serve them alongside a tossed salad for a quick meal in minutes. -Rachel Frost, Tallula, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 35m

Yield about 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cups (12 ounces) finely shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup biscuit/baking mix
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls. Place meatballs on a greased rack in a shallow baking pan. , Bake at 400° for 12-15 minutes or until the meat is no longer pink; drain.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 148 calories, Fat 9g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 314mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 10g protein.

CHEESY MEATBALLS



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Can meatballs be lucky? My guys think so, and they want them for game time. My beef, sausage and cheese recipe has a big fan following. -Jill Hill, Dixon, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 5h

Yield about 9 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 large egg
1/2 cup 2% milk
2 tablespoons dried minced onion
4 tablespoons chili powder, divided
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups crushed Ritz crackers (about 1 sleeve)
2 pounds ground beef
1 pound bulk pork sausage
2 cups shredded process cheese (Velveeta)
1 can (26 ounces) condensed tomato soup, undiluted
2-1/2 cups water
1 cup packed brown sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. In a large bowl, whisk egg, milk, minced onion, 2 tablespoons chili powder, salt and pepper; stir in crushed crackers. Add beef, sausage and cheese; mix lightly but thoroughly., Shape mixture into 1-in. balls. Place meatballs on greased racks in 15x10x1-in. baking pans. Bake until browned, 15-18 minutes., Meanwhile, in a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker, combine soup, water, brown sugar and remaining chili powder. Gently stir in meatballs. Cook, covered, on low until meatballs are cooked through, 4-5 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 51 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 104mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

JUMBO CHEESY ITALIAN MEATBALLS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

Extra-virgin olive oil, for brushing
3 1/2 cups torn stale Italian bread (about 1/4 loaf)
1 cup whole milk
2 large eggs
2 pounds ground beef chuck
1 small bunch parsley, chopped(about 1 cup)
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 clove garlic, grated
Kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
4 mini mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
3 to 4 sprigs basil, plus chopped leaves for topping
Kosher salt
Ricotta cheese, for topping

Steps:

  • Make the meatballs: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and brush a baking sheet with olive oil. Pulse the bread in a food processor to make coarse crumbs. Transfer to a small bowl, add the milk and set aside to soak. Lightly beat the eggs in a large bowl, then add the beef, parsley, parmesan, garlic, 1 teaspoon salt and the red pepper flakes; mix with your hands to combine. Add the bread-milk mixture and mix until just combined (do not overmix).
  • Dampen your hands and shape the meat mixture into 4 large balls. Make an indentation in the center of each with your thumb and stuff with a mini mozzarella ball, then mold the meat around the cheese. Arrange the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet and bake until browned and firm, 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, make the sauce: Heat the olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and cook, stirring, until the garlic softens, about 1 minute. Add the tomatoes, 1 cup water, the basil sprigs and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer until thickened, about 30 minutes.
  • Remove the meatballs from the oven and add to the sauce, spooning some of the sauce on top. Continue cooking, occasionally spooning the sauce over the meatballs, until tender and cooked through, about 6 minutes. Serve with ricotta and chopped basil.
  • You can form all of these meatballs a day ahead; cover and refrigerate until ready to cook.

EASY CHEESY MEATBALLS



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Make Easy Cheesy Meatballs from My Food and Family for a cheesy take on the classic easy meatball recipe that makes for a great weeknight dinner. Serve these cheesy meatballs on top of pasta or save them for a meatball sub!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 45m

Yield 12 servings, 3 meatballs each

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/3 cup dry Italian-style bread crumbs
1/4 cup milk
1 lb. lean ground beef
1/2 cup KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese, divided
1/8 tsp. black pepper
1 jar (24 oz.) CLASSICO Tomato and Basil Pasta Sauce

Steps:

  • Mix bread crumbs and milk in medium bowl. Let stand 15 min.
  • Heat oven to 350°F. Add meat, 1/4 cup cheese and pepper to bread crumb mixture; mix just until blended. Shape into 36 meatballs, each about 1 inch in diameter. Place in single layer on foil-covered rimmed baking sheet.
  • Bake 20 min. or until done (160°F). Meanwhile, heat pasta sauce in small saucepan on medium heat.
  • Transfer meatballs to platter; top with sauce. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Sodium 420 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 10 g

HOT AND CHEESY BAKED MEATBALLS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 3 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

One 24-ounce jar arrabbiata pasta sauce
1/2 cup sliced hot cherry peppers
12 store-bought spicy Italian meatballs (from the meat counter)
1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes
One 8-ounce log fresh mozzarella, cut into 12 slices
8 to 12 fresh basil leaves, torn
Crusty bread, salad leaves and Italian salad dressing, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Add the arrabbiata sauce to a 12-inch cast-iron skillet and top with the peppers. Add the meatballs, then bake until the meatballs are cooked through, 18 to 20 minutes. Remove the meatballs from the oven, then turn the oven to the broiler setting.
  • Sprinkle the crushed red pepper flakes over the meatballs, then lay a slice of mozzarella over the top of each meatball. Place under the broiler for 3 to 4 minutes to melt the cheese, watching closely so that nothing burns. Scatter over the torn basil.
  • Serve with crusty bread and a dressed salad.

CHEESY MEATBALL BAKE RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: ground beef, hot italian sausage, garlic, fresh parsley, parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, italian bread crumbs, eggs, milk, marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese

Provided by Hector Gomez

Categories     Appetizers

Yield 20 meatballs

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb ground beef
1 lb hot italian sausage
4 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup fresh parsley, chopped
½ cup parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
1 cup italian bread crumbs
2 eggs
1 cup milk
24 oz marinara sauce
2 cups mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, Italian sausage, garlic, parsley, parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, bread crumbs, eggs, and milk. Mix until everything is fully infused together.
  • Roll into 4-5 ounce (113-142 g) meatballs. For even amounts, use a medium-sized ice cream scooper.
  • Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  • Over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to a pan, and brown the meatballs on both sides for about 2-3 minutes or until you create a nice crispy sear. Cook about half way through. They will finish cooking in the oven.
  • In a casserole dish, spread a few tablespoons of marinara sauce to the bottom of the pan to help prevent sticking. Then place meatballs in the casserole dish and add the remaining jar of marinara sauce. Top with 2 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese.
  • Cover in foil and bake at 425°F (220°C) for 25 minutes or until the cheese is fully melted and the meatballs are fully cooked.
  • Serve and garnish with parsley.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 238 calories, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 16 grams, Sugar 2 grams

BEST EASY MEATBALLS



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Full of flavor from Italian herbs, Parmesan cheese, and a blend of ground round and Italian sausage, these meatballs have a nice crust thanks to a bit of time in the oven before they're slow-simmered in marinara sauce. They're the perfect complement to Sunday spaghetti!

Provided by NicoleMcmom

Time 2h45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

cooking spray
⅓ cup minced onion
⅓ cup Italian bread crumbs
⅓ cup half-and-half
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 large eggs
1 large egg yolk
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
¼ teaspoon dried oregano
1 ¼ pounds ground round beef
½ pound ground Italian sausage
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 (24 ounce) jars marinara sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil. Spray foil lightly with cooking spray.
  • Combine onion, bread crumbs, half-and-half, Parmesan cheese, eggs, egg yolk, garlic, basil, parsley, and oregano in a large bowl; stir until well combined. Add ground round and sausage and sprinkle evenly with salt and pepper. Mix well until just combined.
  • Dampen hands with water and form mixture into 18 golf ball-sized meatballs. Arrange meatballs on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until browned, 12 to 15 minutes.
  • Transfer meatballs to a large pot and add marinara sauce. Simmer over low heat for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 568.3 calories, Carbohydrate 38.6 g, Cholesterol 178.6 mg, Fat 31.4 g, Fiber 6.4 g, Protein 31.1 g, SaturatedFat 11.6 g, Sodium 1717.9 mg, Sugar 21 g

EASY BAKED PARMESAN MEATBALLS



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Add cheesy flavor to these meatballs with parmesan cheese, and bake to seal the deal. These meatballs are so good, you'll be sure to wow the family!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Herbs

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 lb. lean ground beef
1/3 cup KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 egg
1 clove garlic, minced

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F.
  • Mix ingredients just until blended; shape into 12 meatballs.
  • Place on foil-covered rimmed baking sheet.
  • Bake 25 min. or until done (160°F).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 90 mg, Sodium 160 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 20 g

IMPOSSIBLY EASY CHEESY MEATBALL PIE



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Frozen meatballs and veggies make this cheesy casserole even easier.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups refrigerated shredded hash brown potatoes (from 1-lb 4-oz bag)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3/4 cup frozen sweet peas, thawed and drained
12 frozen meatballs (from 16-oz bag), thawed and cut in half
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (4 oz)
1/2 cup Original Bisquick™ mix
1 cup milk
2 eggs

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Spray 9-inch glass pie plate or deep-dish pie plate with cooking spray.
  • In small bowl, toss potatoes with salt and pepper. Layer potatoes, peas, meatballs and cheese in pie plate.
  • In medium bowl, stir Bisquick mix, milk and eggs with fork or wire whisk until blended. Pour into pie plate.
  • Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until center is set and top is golden brown. Let stand 5 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 155 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 840 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 1 g

Tips:

  • Use a combination of ground meats for the best flavor. Ground beef, pork, and veal are all good options.
  • Make sure the meatball mixture is well-seasoned. Use a combination of herbs, spices, and grated Parmesan cheese.
  • Don't overmix the meatball mixture. Overmixing will make the meatballs tough.
  • Form the meatballs into uniform-sized balls. This will help them cook evenly.
  • Brown the meatballs in a skillet before baking them. This will help them develop a nice crust and keep them moist.
  • Bake the meatballs in a sauce for at least 30 minutes. This will allow the flavors to meld and the meatballs to become tender.
  • Serve the meatballs with your favorite pasta, rice, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

These cheesy meatballs are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They're perfect for parties, potlucks, or a simple weeknight meal. With a few simple tips, you can make sure your meatballs are moist, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. So next time you're looking for a delicious and satisfying meal, give these cheesy meatballs a try!

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