Cheesy Meatball Sub Dip

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Homemade Italian mini meatballs are surrounded by a ricotta and rich tomato sauce in this cheesy meatball sub dip. A fun twist on a classic meatball sub, this dip is easy to make and perfect for the big game!

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– 1 lb Ground Beef 80/20 – ½ cup Breadcrumbs Italian seasoning – 2 Eggs – 2 Garlic Cloves – 1 ½ cups Mozzarella Shredded – 2 cups Tomato Sauce Your Favorite Jarred Variety – 1 cup Ricotta Whole milk

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Preheat the oven to 375.

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In a bowl, add the ground meat, breadcrumbs, eggs, ½ cup of mozzarella, and ground garlic. Mix well until fully combined.

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With a mini ice cream scoop, scoop out the mixture and roll into balls. Place the meatballs onto a silicone lined baking sheet.

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Bake the meatballs for 20 minutes. While the meatballs bake, add the tomato sauce to a cast iron skillet.

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Spoon ricotta into the tomato sauce. When the meatballs are done cooking, add them to the tomato sauce.

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Top with the rest of the mozzarella cheese. Place the skillet back in the oven for 10-15 minutes until the mozzarella is melted and slightly browned. Carefully take the skillet out of the oven and enjoy!

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Cheesy Meatball Sub Dip

Homemade Italian mini meatballs are surrounded by a ricotta and rich tomato sauce in this cheesy meatball sub dip. A fun twist on a classic meatball sub, this dip is easy to make and perfect for the big game!

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– 1 lb Ground Beef 80/20 – ½ cup Breadcrumbs Italian seasoning – 2 Eggs – 2 Garlic Cloves – 1 ½ cups Mozzarella Shredded – 2 cups Tomato Sauce Your Favorite Jarred Variety – 1 cup Ricotta Whole milk

Ingredients

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Preheat the oven to 375.

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In a bowl, add the ground meat, breadcrumbs, eggs, ½ cup of mozzarella, and ground garlic. Mix well until fully combined.

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With a mini ice cream scoop, scoop out the mixture and roll into balls. Place the meatballs onto a silicone lined baking sheet.

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Bake the meatballs for 20 minutes. While the meatballs bake, add the tomato sauce to a cast iron skillet.

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Spoon ricotta into the tomato sauce. When the meatballs are done cooking, add them to the tomato sauce.

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Top with the rest of the mozzarella cheese. Place the skillet back in the oven for 10-15 minutes until the mozzarella is melted and slightly browned. Carefully take the skillet out of the oven and enjoy!

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