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Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs

Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs

Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs are an exciting and flavorful twist on a classic comfort food. The gooey, melty mozzarella inside each meatball creates a delicious surprise, while the tender, seasoned meat exterior offers a satisfying bite. These meatballs are perfect for pasta dishes, as a main entrée, or even as an appetizer. The combination of savory meat and rich cheese is sure to please any crowd, making it a crowd-pleasing dish.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 29 minutes
Total Time 44 minutes
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • ¼ cup Italian bread crumbs
  • ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese pre-grated from the jar
  • ¼ cup yellow onion minced about ¼ small onion
  • 2 teaspoons garlic minced about 2 cloves
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • 8 ounces mozzarella cheese diced into ½ inch pieces
  • Marinara sauce
  • spaghetti noodles.

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, add 1 pound lean ground beef, ¼ cup Italian bread crumbs, p¼ cup grated parmesan cheese, ¼ cup yellow onion minced, 2 teaspoons garlic, 1 egg, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon dried basil, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon pepper. Mix until everything is just combined.
  • Take about 1 ½ tablespoons of meatball mixture in your hand and start forming it into a ball. Take one piece of the diced 8 ounces mozzarella cheese, pop it into the center of the meatball, and continue to form a ball around the cheese. The meatballs should be 1 inch in diameter.
  • Place the finished meatballs onto the prepared baking sheet. Once the meatballs are all formed, place them in the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  • While the meatballs are baking, cook the noodles according to the package directions. Remove the cooked meatballs from the oven.
  • In a large saucepan or pot, add the meatballs and Marinara sauce. Cook over medium-high heat until the sauce is heated evenly and the meatballs are all coated in sauce.
  • Remove the meatballs and sauce from the heat and serve with spaghetti noodles.

Notes

Originally Posted December 12, 2016 
 
Updated on September 24, 2024