Stuffed Meatballs with Mozzarella Cheese
Stuffed Meatballs with Mozzarella Cheese are a delicious fusion of juicy ground beef and gooey mozzarella, creating a mouthwatering dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Each meatball bursts with flavor as you bite into the melted cheese center, making it an irresistible treat for family dinners or gatherings. Serve them with marinara sauce over pasta or enjoy them on their own for a satisfying meal that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 8 oz mozzarella cheese, cut into cubes
- 2 cups marinara sauce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix together ground beef, breadcrumbs, minced garlic, parsley, Parmesan cheese, egg, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Take a handful of the mixture and flatten it in your palm. Place a cube of mozzarella in the center and wrap the meat around it to form a ball.
- Arrange the meatballs on the baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- While baking, heat marinara sauce in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Once cooked, add the meatballs to the sauce before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg