Description
Juicy meatballs infused with spinach and garlic, stuffed with gooey mozzarella cheese, and baked to perfection. A delicious twist on classic meatballs that’s perfect for dinner or parties.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 oz mozzarella cheese, cut into small cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, spinach, garlic, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix until well incorporated.
- Take a small amount of the meat mixture and flatten it in your hand. Place a mozzarella cube in the center, then shape the meat around it to form a ball, ensuring the cheese is completely enclosed. Repeat with remaining mixture and cheese.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the meatballs on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side. They don't need to be cooked through at this point.
- Transfer the browned meatballs to the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through and the cheese is melted.
- Serve hot with your favorite sauce or alone.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste. Try adding Italian herbs or red pepper flakes for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Method: Main
- Cuisine: Italian-American