Cheesy Meatball Pasta Bake

1Prepare Meatballs 1. In a mixing bowl, combine the hamburger meat (1 lb), cheddar cheese, (1 cup) onions (½ cup), mushrooms (½ cup), egg (1), breadcrumbs (¼ cup), salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.

2Shape the mixture into evenly sized meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.

3Cook Meatballs 3. In a skillet, heat some oil over medium heat. Brown the meatballs on all sides until cooked through. Set aside.

4Make Sauce 4. In a saucepan, heat the broth (4 cups) over medium heat. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs (2) and gradually add some warm broth (4 cups) to temper the eggs (2).

5Slowly pour the tempered egg (1) mixture back into the saucepan with the broth (4 cups), stirring constantly until the sauce thickens slightly.

6Stir in the cheddar cheese (1 cup) until melted and well combined.

7Assemble and Bake 7. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.

8In a baking dish, layer the cooked pasta, meatballs, and sauce. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, ending with a layer of sauce on top.

9Sprinkle additional cheddar cheese (½ cup) on top for extra cheesiness.

10Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.

11Allow the dish to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your cheesy meatball pasta bake!

12Note Feel free to customize this recipe by adding your favorite herbs and spices to the sauce for extra flavor.