Cheesy Beef Meatballs with Hidden Veggie Sauce

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 whole egg
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup onion, diced
• 1 cup carrot, finely grated
• 1/2 cup zucchini, finely grated
• 1 28oz can canned tomatoes, crushed
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400°F. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

2. 2

   Scoop the beef mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.