Best Meatball Traybake Recipes

MEATBALL & GARLIC BREAD TRAYBAKE

Steps:

• Combine the mince, oregano, fennel seeds and some seasoning in a bowl. Take walnut-sized pieces of the mixture and roll into balls. Heat half the oil in a large, shallow ovenproof pan and cook the meatballs until browned all over - don't worry if they're not cooked through. Transfer to a plate. Heat the oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6.
• Heat the remaining oil in the pan and add the onion. Cook until softened, about 10-12 mins, stirring regularly. Stir in the garlic for another minute, then the tomato purée, chopped tomatoes and sugar.
• Simmer for 10-15 mins, then season to taste. Place the meatballs on top of the sauce, then add the mozzarella, garlic bread and the cheddar on top. Bake for 15-20 mins until golden and crisp.

MEATBALL TRAYBAKE

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 200 or fan 180. Cut potatoes into thirds or quarters depending on size. Put oil into oven tray, add potatoes and half the garlic, toss to coat. Cook in oven for 15 mins.
• Meanwhile make the meatballs - put pork mince, breadcrumbs, remaining garlic and half of the herbs into a bowl. Mix well and shape into about 16-20 balls.
• Add the vegetables and the meatballs to the potatoes in the tray. Add the remaining herbs and season. Mix well to get everything coated.
• Place in oven and cook for 35-40 minutes until meatballs are cooked through. If the meatballs are browning too quickly you can turn the oven temperature down a little.
• Optional - if you prefer a bit of spice you can add chilli powder to the meatballs and chilli and / or paprika to the tray when adding the vegetables.