Broccoli and Cheddar Meatballs

Broccoli and Cheddar Meatballs

Ingredients:

• • 1 lb ground beef, ground turkey, or ground chicken

  • 1 cup of raw broccoli, finely chopped

  • 3/4 cup of sharp cheddar cheese

  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs

  • 1 egg

  • 1-2 tbsp minced garlic

  • Seasonings:

    • Garlic powder

    • Onion powder

    • Salt & pepper to taste

  Directions:

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. Prep the broccoli: Finely chop raw broccoli into very small pieces. This allows it to cook in the oven without adding extra moisture.

  3. Make the mixture: In a large bowl combine ground beef, broccoli, cheddar, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, and seasonings. Mix together.

  4. Form meatballs: Roll into golf ball sized meatballs.

  6. Bake: Place on prepared baking sheet and bake 18-22 minutes, until cooked through and lightly golden. Enjoy!