Name: Baked cheesy meatballs
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable or olive oil; 1 medium brown onion, finely chopped; 2 clove garlic, crushed; 2 410g cans diced tomatoes; 850 gram beef mince; 2 tablespoon chopped basil; 2 tablespoon chopped oregano; 2/3 cup finely grated parmesan; 200 gram feta, cut into 18 equal pieces; 160 gram bocconcini cheese, coarsely chopped; mashed potato, to serve; steamed green beans, to serve

Ingredients

1 tablespoon vegetable or olive oil

1 medium brown onion, finely chopped

2 clove garlic, crushed

2 410g cans diced tomatoes

850 gram beef mince

2 tablespoon chopped basil

2 tablespoon chopped oregano

2/3 cup finely grated parmesan

200 gram feta, cut into 18 equal pieces

160 gram bocconcini cheese, coarsely chopped

mashed potato, to serve

steamed green beans, to serve

Method

1.Preheat oven to 220°C (200°C fan-forced). Lightly grease a 2-litre (8-cup) oven proof dish.

2.Heat oil in a large saucepan over moderately high heat. Add onion and garlic. Cook, stirring, 5 minutes or until onion softens. Add tomatoes. Reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, 8-10 minutes, or until sauce thickens slightly.

3.Meanwhile, place mince, basil, oregano and half the parmesan in a large bowl. Using clean hands, mix well to combine. Divide into 18 balls.

4.For each meatball, flatten slightly; top with a piece of feta. Shape mince around cheese to enclose and form a ball. Place in prepared pan.

5.Pour tomato mixture over meatballs, then sprinkle with bocconcini. Bake 20-25 minutes, or until cheese melts and meatballs are cooked. Serve with mashed potato and green beans.

Woman's Weekly Food

From classic Kiwi favourites, quick weeknight dinners and elevated meals for special occasions, our recipes are local and delicious and thoroughly tested so you know you can trust them to work. Discover tips and tricks to enhance your cooking skills, learn about seasonal ingredients, and stay up-to-date with the latest food trends. We're more than just recipes; we're your trusted kitchen companion.

Ingredients

Method

Related stories

Subscribe and save up to 38%