Mozzarella-Stuffed Meatballs Recipe

Name: Mozzarella-Stuffed Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 egg, lightly beaten; 1/4 cup prepared Italian salad dressing; 1-1/2 cups cubed bread; 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 pound ground pork; 1/2 pound ground sirloin; 3 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese; 2 tablespoons canola oil; 1 jar (26 ounces) marinara sauce; Hot cooked pasta

Servings: persons

1 egg, lightly beaten
1/4 cup prepared Italian salad dressing
1-1/2 cups cubed bread
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 pound ground pork
1/2 pound ground sirloin
3 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 jar (26 ounces) marinara sauce
Hot cooked pasta

1
In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Crumble pork and beef over mixture; mix well. Cut mozzarella into eighteen 1/2-in. cubes. Divide meat mixture into 18 portions; shape each around a cheese cube.
2
In a large skillet, cook meatballs in oil in batches until a thermometer inserted in the meat reads 160u00b0; drain. In a large saucepan, heat marinara sauce; add meatballs and heat through. Serve over pasta. Freeze option: Freeze cooled meatball mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a covered saucepan, gently stirring and adding a little water if necessary. Serve with pasta.

390

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 egg, lightly beaten, 1/4 cup prepared Italian salad dressing, 1-1/2 cups cubed bread, 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley, and more.

Yes, Mozzarella-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.

Mozzarella-Stuffed Meatballs

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