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Meatballs with Cheese

These Meatballs with Cheese are a comforting dish that brings family together, filled with flavor and warmth, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Meatball Mixture
  • 500 gr Minced Meat (Ground Meat)
  • 1 clove Garlic, chopped Fresh garlic gives it that extra flavor boost!
  • 1 piece Shallot, chopped Mild and sweet, perfect for flavor
  • 1 tbsp Parsley, chopped Adds a fresh pop of color
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire Sauce A dash of umami
  • 1 tsp Canned Tomato Paste Richness in every bite
  • 1/2 cup Bread Crumbs, diluted in Milk For softness and texture
  • 2 tbsp Grated Cheese (for mixing into meat) Use your favorite cheese for a twist!
  • Salt To taste
  • Black Pepper To taste
  • Paprika To taste, for a sweet and smoky touch
  • Cumin To taste, adds warmth and earthiness
  • Mixture of 5 Berries To taste, for a flavorful surprise
  • Thyme To taste, earthy perfume that complements the meat
  • 1 drizzle Oil (for mixing) Extra virgin olive oil works wonderfully

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, take your minced meat and sprinkle in the seasonings. Add the oil, garlic, shallot, parsley, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, diluted bread crumbs, and grated cheese.
  2. Use your hands to mix all these ingredients together until well combined.
  3. Grab a handful of the mixture and roll it into balls, then gently flatten them into small patties.
Cooking
  1. Heat a mixture of oil and butter in your skillet over medium heat.
  2. When warm and shimmering, gently place the meatballs in the pan and fry until golden brown and cooked through, aiming for an internal temperature of 160°F/71°C.
  3. Towards the end of cooking, grate some extra cheese on top of the meatballs and cover the skillet briefly to let the cheese melt.

Notes

For a time-saving trick, mix the meatball mixture in the morning and let it chill in the fridge to meld flavors. If your meatballs fall apart, add more bread crumbs or an egg to bind. Try adding spinach or grated carrots for extra veggies.