Cheese-Stuffed Meatballs

Elevate your dinner menu with these irresistible Cheese-Stuffed Meatballs—an indulgent twist on a classic favorite! Made with a flavorful blend of ground beef, ground pork, and Italian-inspired seasonings, each meatball is stuffed with gooey, melty mozzarella cheese that oozes with every bite. This crowd-pleasing recipe combines the comfort of homemade cooking with a hint of decadence, as the meatballs are first pan-seared for a golden crust and then baked to perfection in a rich marinara sauce. Whether you're serving them over a bed of spaghetti or crafting the ultimate meatball sub, these cheesy delights are sure to steal the show. Quick to prep, bursting with flavor, and perfectly satisfying, they’re a must-try for any lover of hearty, Italian-inspired cuisine.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 0.5 pound Ground pork
• 0.5 cup Bread crumbs
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 0.25 cup Milk
• 1 large Egg
• 2 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 small Onion, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 ounces Mozzarella cheese, cut into ½-inch cubes
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 cups Marinara sauce

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C), and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef and ground pork. Add bread crumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, and milk. Mix thoroughly but gently to blend the ingredients.

Step 3

In a small mixing bowl, beat the egg and add minced garlic, chopped onion, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix this mixture into the meat mixture until evenly incorporated.

Step 4

Take a small amount of the meat mixture (about 2 tablespoons) and flatten it into a disc in the palm of your hand. Place a cube of mozzarella in the center of the disc and shape the meat around the cheese, rolling it gently to form a sealed ball. Ensure the cheese is completely covered to prevent leaking during cooking.

Step 5

Continue forming meatballs until all the meat mixture is used, placing each finished meatball on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 6

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the meatballs, and brown them on all sides, about 5 minutes. Transfer them back to the baking sheet.

Step 7

Pour marinara sauce evenly over the meatballs or transfer them into a baking dish and cover with sauce.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and the cheese is melted inside.

Step 9

Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese or fresh herbs if desired. These meatballs pair perfectly with spaghetti or in a hearty sub!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1576.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3041.3

Total Fat 217.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 82.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.6g
Cholesterol 851.3mg	0%
Sodium 4989.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 71.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.3g	0%
Total Sugars 23.9g
Protein 187.9g	0%

Vitamin D 108.7IU	0%
Calcium 1222.5mg	0%
Iron 17.5mg	0%
Potassium 1315.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.4%

Protein: 25.1%

Carbs: 9.5%