Description
These Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs are a delicious twist on classic meatballs, with gooey cheese centers that make every bite a delight. Perfect for a comforting family meal or a gathering with friends.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Meatballs:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 egg
- 1 small onion, diced finely
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup finely chopped parsley
- 1/2 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
For Stuffing & Cooking:
- 4 oz fresh mozzarella
- 1–2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1/2 tsp basil, dried
- 1/2 tsp oregano, dried
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Meatball Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, egg, onion, garlic, parsley, breadcrumbs, parmesan, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly.
- Stuff the Meatballs: Cut mozzarella into cubes. Take scoops of meat mixture, flatten, add a mozzarella cube, enclose the cheese, and roll into balls.
- Cook the Meatballs: Brown meatballs in olive oil in a pan. Add marinara sauce, simmer covered for 10 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Serve: Serve over pasta, garnish with parsley and parmesan.
Notes
- Make sure the meatballs are sealed well to prevent the cheese from leaking out during cooking.
- Adjust seasoning according to your preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Frying, Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatball
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs, Italian Meatballs, Cheese Stuffed Meatballs
