Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs (Print Version)
Meatballs filled with melty mozzarella, simmered in herb marinara sauce for a satisfying Italian dinner.
# Ingredients:
→ Meatballs
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1 lb ground beef
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1 egg
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1 small onion, diced finely
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4 garlic cloves, minced
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1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
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1/2 cup Panko breadcrumbs
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1/4 cup parmesan cheese
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1/2 tsp dried basil
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1/2 tsp dried oregano
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1/2 tsp salt
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Pepper, to taste
→ Filling
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4 oz fresh mozzarella, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
→ For Cooking
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1–2 tbsp olive oil
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2 cups marinara sauce
# Steps:
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In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, egg, finely diced onion, minced garlic, fresh parsley, Panko breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and pepper until thoroughly mixed.
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Cut fresh mozzarella into 1/2-inch cubes.
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Take about 2 tablespoons of meatball mixture, flatten it with fingers, place a mozzarella cube in the center, enclose the cheese, and roll into a ball. Prepare 12 meatballs.
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Heat olive oil in a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat, add meatballs, and brown on all sides carefully.
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Pour marinara sauce over browned meatballs in the pan. Cover, and simmer for 10 minutes, flipping meatballs halfway for even cooking.
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Serve over pasta, garnish with fresh parsley and extra parmesan cheese, and enjoy!
# Helpful Notes:
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Ensure the mozzarella is completely enclosed inside the meatball mixture to prevent it from leaking during cooking.