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Mozzarella-Stuffed Meatballs


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  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Paleo

Description

Delicious meatballs stuffed with melted mozzarella cheese, perfect for family dinners and gatherings.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1/2 lb ground pork
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 egg
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 oz mozzarella cheese, cut into small cubes
  • 1 jar marinara sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400ยฐF (200ยฐC).
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  3. Take a small amount of the meat mixture and flatten it in your hand. Place a cube of mozzarella in the center and mold the meat around it to form a ball.
  4. Repeat until all the mixture is used.
  5. Place the meatballs on a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes, or until cooked through.
  6. Meanwhile, heat marinara sauce in a saucepan.
  7. Serve the meatballs hot, topped with marinara sauce.

Notes

Use fresh mozzarella for the best melting results. You can prepare the meatballs ahead of time and refrigerate or freeze them.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 meatball
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 5g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg