Description
Cheesy Garlic Meatballs
Ingredients:
For the Meatballs:
500g ground beef or pork
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 egg
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp dried oregano
Salt and black pepper to taste
2 tbsp olive oil (for frying)
For the Cheese Sauce:
2 tbsp butter
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 cup milk
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 tsp garlic powder
Salt and black pepper to taste
For Garnish:
Fresh parsley, chopped
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Instructions:
1. Prepare the Meatballs:
In a large bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, parmesan, egg, garlic, onion powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
Shape the mixture into small meatballs.
2. Cook the Meatballs:
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the meatballs in batches, turning occasionally, until browned and fully cooked through. Remove and set aside.
3. Make the Cheese Sauce:
In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes.
Gradually whisk in milk and cook until slightly thickened.
Add mozzarella, parmesan, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
4. Combine and Serve:
Add the cooked meatballs back to the skillet, spooning the cheese sauce over them.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve warm as an appetizer or with pasta. Enjoy!
