Low Calorie Mac and Cheese

Directions

1. 1
   In a medium mixing bowl, combine ground beef, 1 cup Mexican cheese, bread crumbs, parsley, garlic, jalapeño, and egg. Season with salt and pepper. Do not over mix. Divide into 12 meatballs.
2. 2
   In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat about 1 tablespoon olive oil.
3. 3
   Add meatballs in a single layer and sear on all sides, about 2 minutes per side. When the meatballs have developed a nice crust, remove them from the skillet.
4. 4
   Add more olive oil to the skillet, if necessary, then add onions and cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in crushed tomatoes and chipotle pepper in adobo, and bring mixture to boil. Reduce heat and add meatballs back to skillet. Cover with a tight-fitting lid and simmer until the meatballs are cooked through, about 10 minutes.
5. 5
   Cover meatballs with cheese, cover the skillet again and cook until the cheese is melted, about 2 minutes.
6. 6
   Garnish with parsley.