Feeding The Farmer
Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs

This recipe is a classic! We’ve made these with beef, pork, & even venison! They’re a great staple that you can serve with pasta, rice, or make a meatball sub!

Ingredients

• 1 pound 80% lean ground beef (or half ground pork and half ground beef)

• 1 large egg , beaten

• ¼ cup breadcrumbs

• ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese

• 2 teaspoons minced garlic

• ¼ cup finely chopped onion

• ¾ teaspoon Kosher salt

• ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

• 4-6 ounces mozzarella , cut into 24 1/2" cubes

• 2 Tablespoons Chopped fresh Italian Flat leaf parsley

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with foil and spray with nonstick spray.

2. In a large bowl, mix the beef, egg, breadcrumbs, parmesan, garlic, onion, salt, pepper, and parsley using a wooden spoon or with your hands just until combined, being careful not to overmix. Add 1 to 2 Tablespoons water, if needed to keep a wet mixture.

3. Using a medium cookie scoop or a spoon, portion the mixture onto the baking sheet, Place 1 cheese cube in the center of each portion. Using your hands, wrap the meat mixture around the cheese and shape into 1 1/2-inch balls. Return to the baking sheet.

Bake uncovered, turning halfway through, 17 to 20 minutes. Enjoy!