Meatballs De La Pizzaiola Recipe

Name: Meatballs De La Pizzaiola
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Vegetable oil cooking spray; 2 large shallots, peeled and chopped; 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained (5 or 6); 1/3 cup packed fresh basil leaves; 1/3 cup shredded mozzarella; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes; 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1 1/2 pounds 20-percent fat ground beef; 1 pound ground pork; 6 ounces smoked mozzarella, cut into 36 (1/2-inch) cubes; 1/3 cup olive oil; 3 cups marinara sauce, warmed

Servings: persons

Vegetable oil cooking spray
2 large shallots, peeled and chopped
1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained (5 or 6)
1/3 cup packed fresh basil leaves
1/3 cup shredded mozzarella
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 1/2 pounds 20-percent fat ground beef
1 pound ground pork
6 ounces smoked mozzarella, cut into 36 (1/2-inch) cubes
1/3 cup olive oil
3 cups marinara sauce, warmed

1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a baking sheet with vegetable oil cooking spray. Set aside.
2
In a food processor, pulse together the shallots, sun-dried tomatoes, basil, shredded mozzarella, Parmesan, tomato paste, red pepper flakes, and salt. Process until blended. Transfer the mixture to a large bowl. Add the beef and pork and, using a wooden spoon or clean hands, stir until well combined. Form the mixture into 36 equal-size meatballs (about 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 inches in diameter).
3
Insert 1 cube smoked mozzarella cheese into the center of each meatball and form the meat around it, completely enclosing the cheese.
4
In a large nonstick skillet, heat half the oil over medium heat. Add half of the meatballs and cook, turning occasionally, until well browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Repeat with the remaining oil and meatballs.
5
Place the browned meatballs onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes for medium doneness. Set aside to cool slightly, and serve with warm marinara sauce

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

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Vegetable oil cooking spray, 2 large shallots, peeled and chopped, 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained (5 or 6), 1/3 cup packed fresh basil leaves, and more.

Yes, Meatballs De La Pizzaiola 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.

Meatballs De La Pizzaiola

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