Parmesan Meatball Bake

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1/2 cup parmigiano reggiano
• 1/4 cup breadcrumbs or panko
• 1/4 cup ricotta cheese
• 1 egg
• 2 garlic cloves - minced
• 1/4 cup mixed herbs - parsley, basil or oregano, chopped
• Salt and freshly ground pepper
• Pinch of chili flakes
• 1 red onion - halved and sliced into small wedges
• 1 pint cherry tomatoes
• 2-3 T capers
• 3 garlic cloves - thinly sliced
• Olive oil
• Salt and pepper
• Garnish - parmesan curls, fresh basil