Description
Juicy, tender meatballs stuffed with melted cheese, baked or pan-seared and perfect as an appetizer or hearty main dish.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 4 oz mozzarella cheese, cut into small cubes
- 2 tbsp olive oil (if pan-frying)
- Optional: marinara sauce for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) or heat a skillet over medium heat.
- In a large bowl, mix breadcrumbs and milk; let soak for 1 minute.
- Add ground beef, egg, Parmesan, garlic, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning; mix gently.
- Take a small portion of meat mixture, flatten it, place a cheese cube in the center, and wrap meat around it to form a ball.
- Repeat with remaining mixture.
- For baking: place meatballs on a lined baking sheet and bake for 18–20 minutes.
- For pan-frying: heat olive oil and cook meatballs, turning until browned and cooked through.
- Serve warm, optionally with marinara sauce.
Notes
- Do not overmix to keep meatballs tender.
- Freeze uncooked stuffed meatballs for later use.
- Use cheddar or provolone for different flavors.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American