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Ultimate Cheesy Meatball Bake

Juicy oven baked meatballs smothered in rich marinara sauce and melted cheese for the ultimate comfort food dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Italian-Inspired
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Meatballs
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 0.5 lb Italian sausage
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 0.5 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • 1 egg large
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.5 cup onion finely chopped
Bake
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 2 cups mozzarella cheese shredded

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking dish
  • Baking sheet
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
  2. Combine all meatball ingredients in a bowl and mix gently.
  3. Form meatballs and bake on a sheet for 15 minutes.
  4. Transfer meatballs to baking dish and cover with marinara sauce.
  5. Top with mozzarella and parmesan cheese.
  6. Bake for 20 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Notes

Let rest 5 minutes before serving for best texture.