Spinach Garlic Meatballs Stuffed with Mozzarella

Spinach Garlic Meatballs Stuffed with Mozzarella

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Prepare the Meatball Mixture:
   • In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground meat, chopped spinach, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
   • Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated but don’t overmix, as it can make the meatballs dense.
3. Shape the Meatballs:
   • Take about 2 tablespoons of the meat mixture and flatten it in your palm.
   • Place a cube of mozzarella in the center, then fold the meat around it, rolling it into a ball to seal the cheese inside.
   • Repeat with the remaining meat mixture and mozzarella cubes.
4. • In an oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
   • Add the meatballs to the skillet and sear each side until they’re browned (about 1-2 minutes per side).
   • Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and the cheese is melted inside.Cook the Meatballs:
     • In an oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
     • Add the meatballs to the skillet and sear each side until they’re browned (about 1-2 minutes per side).
     • Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and the cheese is melted inside.

      

5. Serve:
   • Serve hot with marinara sauce or your favorite pasta. These also work well as an appetizer on their own!

Tips:

• For extra flavor, add chopped fresh basil or parsley to the meatball mixture.
• Be careful not to overstuff with mozzarella, as it might leak out while baking.

Enjoy these savory, cheesy Spinach Garlic Meatballs!