Cheesy Baked Meatballs

 Ingredients:

– **For the Meatballs:**
– 1 lb (450g) ground beef
– 1 lb (450g) ground pork
– 1 cup breadcrumbs
– 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1/4 cup finely chopped parsley
– 2 large eggs
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tsp salt
– 1/2 tsp black pepper
– 1 tsp dried oregano
– 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

– **For the Sauce:**
– 2 cups marinara sauce

– **For the Topping:**
– 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
– 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

 Instructions:

1. **Preheat the Oven:**
– Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. **Prepare the Meatballs:**
– In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, eggs, garlic, salt, pepper, oregano, and red pepper flakes.
– Mix well until all ingredients are evenly combined.

3. **Form the Meatballs:**
– Shape the mixture into meatballs, about the size of a golf ball.
– Place the meatballs in a large baking dish.

4. **Add the Sauce:**
– Pour the marinara sauce over the meatballs, ensuring they are well covered.

5. **Bake:**
– Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.

6. **Add the Cheese:**
– Remove the foil and sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the meatballs.
– Bake uncovered for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

7. **Serve:**
– Allow the meatballs to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy them on their own, with pasta, or with some crusty bread.

Feel free to adjust the seasonings and ingredients to your taste!