Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs
Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs are a fun way to celebrate National Meatball Day (3/9) and a fun twist on the classic recipe. Serve these meatballs as a party appetizer or simmer in spaghetti sauce and serve over pasta.
Equipment
- 1 Propane Oven
Ingredients
- 1 lb. ground beef 80% lean
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese grated
- 1/4 cup onion finely chopped
- 2 tsp garlic minced
- 3/4 tsp salt Kosher
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 15 fresh Bocconcini mozzarella cheese balls or cheese of choice
- 2 tbsp parsley chopped
- 2 tbsp basil chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with foil and spray with non-stick spray.
- Combine the meat, egg, breadcrumbs, cheese, salt, garlic, onion, blackpepper, parsley and basil in a bowl. Stir just until combined, do not over mix. Add a tablespoon or two of water as needed to keep a wet mixture.
- Use a medium cookie scoop or spoon to scoop the meat. Then place a mozzarella ball in the center and wrap the meat around the cheese. Form into 11/2" balls and place on the baking sheet.
- Bake uncovered for 17-20 minutes, or until no longer pink in the middle. Turn halfway through, so the bottoms don’t brown.
- Optional step: Simmer meatballs in marinara sauce for 10 minutes, add to pasta of your choice.