Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 2 lbs lean ground beef
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley or 2 tbs dehydrated
  • 1 1/2 tsp basil
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1/4 cup onions (finely chopped)
  • 1 clove garlic (finely minced)
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella
  • 28 oz jar pasta sauce
  • 2 tbs olive oil
  • 1 cup regular plain breadcrumbs

Instruction

  • Preheat oven to 350F/180C. Lightly spray a large baking dish (3-4Q/L) with non-stick spray.
  • Mix the ground beef, fresh breadcrumbs, Parmesan, parsley, basil, oregano, onion, garlic, eggs, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Combine well. Divide into 6 equal portions and shape into patties.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Dredge patties in the regular dry breadcrumbs (I find this step stops a lot of shrinkage).
  • Brown patties on both sides then place in the prepared baking dish.
  • Pour sauce over the patties. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.
  • Remove foil and spread the shredded cheese over the patties. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes--until cheese is melted.