Cheesy Mexican Meatballs Bake (Print Version)
Tender beef meatballs with enchilada sauce and bubbling cheese deliver rich, satisfying Mexican flavors.
# Ingredients:
→ For the Meatballs
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1 pound ground beef
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3/4 cup oats, coarsely ground
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2 large eggs
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon onion powder
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
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1 teaspoon chili powder
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1/2 teaspoon hot sauce, optional
→ For Assembly
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10 ounces red enchilada sauce
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2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, Colby Jack, or pepper jack)
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Fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)
# Steps:
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Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9 x 13 inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine 1/4 cup enchilada sauce with ground beef, oats, eggs, salt, onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, oregano, cumin, chili powder, and hot sauce if using. Mix until all ingredients are thoroughly incorporated.
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Shape the mixture into meatballs, approximately 1 1/2 inches in diameter. Arrange them in a single layer in the prepared baking dish.
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Pour the remaining enchilada sauce evenly over the meatballs. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
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Uncover the dish, sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the meatballs, and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
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Garnish the hot meatballs with chopped fresh cilantro, if desired, and serve immediately.
# Notes:
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For added heat, increase the amount of hot sauce or incorporate diced jalapeños into the meatball mixture.