Description

Chili Cheese Meatball Bake stands out with its rich flavors and straightforward prep. Packed with savory beef and pork, paired with melted cheese and zesty sauce, it’s ideal for a quick and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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⅓ cup plain bread crumbs
½ cup milk
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, finely diced or grated
1 pound lean ground beef
1 pound ground pork
2 large eggs
3 cloves garlic, crushed
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon taco seasoning
30 ounces tomato sauce
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon cumin
6 ounces shredded cheddar cheese

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F.
In a large bowl, combine breadcrumbs, milk, olive oil, onion, beef, pork, eggs, garlic, salt, pepper, and taco seasoning. Mix until just combined.
Roll mixture into meatballs (about golf ball size) and place them in a greased 9×13” baking dish.
In a separate bowl, stir together the tomato sauce, chili powder, salt, oregano, black pepper, and cumin. Pour the chili sauce over the meatballs. Top with cheese.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through (160˚F).

Notes

For a spicier dish, add more chili powder or some diced jalapeños.
You can use shredded mozzarella instead of cheddar for a different flavor.
Make ahead: Prepare the meatballs and sauce and store separately in the fridge for up to a day before baking.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 meatball
Calories: 350
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 100mg