Here’s an Ultimate Baked Cheesy Meatballs recipe that is juicy, flavorful, loaded with cheese, and baked (not fried) for easy cleanup. Perfect with pasta, in subs, or on their own!

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🧀 Ultimate Baked Cheesy Meatballs

⭐ Why you’ll love them:

• Super juicy and tender
• Melty cheese inside + gooey cheese on top
• Easy one-bowl recipe
• Freezer-friendly

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📋 Ingredients (makes ~20 meatballs)

Meatballs:

• 1 lb (450g) ground beef (or half beef + half pork)
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (Panko or regular)
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 egg
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp chopped parsley (optional)

For baking:

• 1 1/2 cups marinara sauce
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella
• 1/4 cup parmesan

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