Cheese-Stuffed Meatballs Recipe

Name: Cheese-Stuffed Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground beef; 1 1/2 lbs ground pork; 1/3 cup milk; 1 cup breadcrumbs; 1/3 cup fresh parsley, minced (save some for garnish); 3 large eggs, lightly beaten; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 3/4 teaspoons kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper; 1/3 lb mozzarella cheese or 1/3 lb provolone cheese, cut into 1/2 inch cubes; olive oil (for frying); 48 ounces tomato sauce (use premade or make your own); grated parmesan cheese, for serving

Servings: persons

1 1/2 lbs ground beef
1 1/2 lbs ground pork
1/3 cup milk
1 cup breadcrumbs
1/3 cup fresh parsley, minced (save some for garnish)
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 3/4 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
1/3 lb mozzarella cheese or 1/3 lb provolone cheese, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
olive oil (for frying)
48 ounces tomato sauce (use premade or make your own)
grated parmesan cheese, for serving

1
In a large bowl, combine the milk and bread crumbs.
2
Whip eggs in separate bowl. Then add to larger bowl along with the meats, parsley, garlic and pepper.
3
Mix ingredients briefly with hands.
4
Form into 2 inch balls.
5
Seal cheese cube into center of each meatball.
6
In a large skillet set on medium-high, heat oil to almost-smoking, browing meatballs for about a minute or so.
7
Transfer meatballs to tray (lined with paper towels).
8
Discard oil and place tomato sauce in skillet, heating to medium-high until it starts to simmer.
9
Add meatballs, cover and reduce heat to medium-low.
10
Cover, simmer for 30 minutes.
11
Uncover and cook for 10 minutes more.
12
Serve over pasta with grated cheese, or place in Italian bread buns to make grinders.

1374

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 lbs ground beef, 1 1/2 lbs ground pork, 1/3 cup milk, 1 cup breadcrumbs, and more.

Yes, Cheese-Stuffed Meatballs falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cheese-Stuffed Meatballs

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