CHEESE MEATBALLS

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I often rely on these rich, cheesy meatballs for party appetizers. Or I serve them alongside a tossed salad for a quick meal in minutes. -Rachel Frost, Tallula, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield about 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

3 cups (12 ounces) finely shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup biscuit/baking mix
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls. Place meatballs on a greased rack in a shallow baking pan. , Bake at 400° for 12-15 minutes or until the meat is no longer pink; drain.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 148 calories, Fat 9g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 314mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 10g protein.