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 mins
Cook Time 29 minutes mins
Total Time 44 minutes mins
- 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.
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.
Originally Posted December 12, 2016
Updated on September 24, 2024