Here is a recipe for Cheesy Mexican Meatballs:
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 1/4 cup chopped green chilies
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 (10-ounce) can of enchilada sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, for topping
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, onion, green chilies, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Form the meat mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the meatballs to the skillet and cook until browned on all sides.
- Pour the enchilada sauce into a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Arrange the meatballs in the enchilada sauce.
- Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese over the meatballs.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve immediately.
Tips:
- For a spicier dish, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the meatballs.
- If you don't have enchilada sauce, you can substitute salsa or taco sauce.
- To make the meatballs ahead of time, cook them through and then store them in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. When you're ready to serve, reheat the meatballs in the oven or on the stovetop.
- Enjoy!
Here are some variations on the recipe:
- For a healthier version, you can use ground turkey or chicken instead of ground beef.
- You can also add other ingredients to the meatballs, such as corn, black beans, or diced tomatoes.
- Serve the meatballs with your favorite Mexican sides, such as rice, beans, and tortillas.