Meat Dishes with Cheese

1. Cheesy Meatballs

Ingredients:

• 500g ground beef
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped parsley
• 1/4 cup diced onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 egg, beaten
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 2 cups marinara sauce

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, onion, garlic, egg, salt, and pepper.
2. Shape the mixture into meatballs and stuff each meatball with a small amount of mozzarella cheese.
3. Place the meatballs in a baking dish and pour marinara sauce over them.
4. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes or until the meatballs are cooked through.
5. Serve the cheesy meatballs with pasta or crusty bread.

2. Stuffed Chicken Breast

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup spinach, chopped
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Cut a pocket into the side of each chicken breast.
3. In a skillet, sauté the spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and garlic in olive oil until wilted.
4. Stuff each chicken breast with the spinach mixture and mozzarella cheese.
5. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
6. Place the stuffed chicken breasts on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes or until cooked through.
7. Serve the stuffed chicken breasts with a side of vegetables or mashed potatoes.

3. Beef and Cheese Quesadillas

Ingredients:

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
• 1/4 cup diced red onion
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 4 large flour tortillas

Instructions:

1. In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
2. Add taco seasoning, salt, and pepper to the beef, and mix well.
3. Place one tortilla in a hot skillet. Sprinkle half of the cheese on half of the tortilla.
4. Add a layer of cooked beef, tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro on top of the cheese.
5. Top with the remaining cheese and fold the tortilla in half.
6. Cook on both sides until the tortilla is crispy and the cheese is melted.
7. Repeat the process with the remaining tortillas and filling ingredients.
8. Slice the quesadillas into wedges and serve with salsa or guacamole.

Conclusion

These meat dishes with cheese are sure to satisfy your cravings. Whether you choose the cheesy meatballs, stuffed chicken breast, or beef and cheese quesadillas, you'll enjoy the delicious combination of meat and cheese. Try these recipes for a hearty and comforting meal that the whole family will love!