Description
Deliciously crunchy on the outside with a gooey cheesy center, these meatballs are a perfect party dish or comforting weeknight meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 lb ground pork
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1/4 cup grated mozzarella cheese
- Olive oil for frying
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Instructions
- 1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef and ground pork. Break up the meat into a uniform mix.
- 2. Add breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, minced garlic, and the egg. Sprinkle in salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Mix gently until just combined.
- 3. Take a small amount of the meat mixture and flatten it in your palm. Place a teaspoon of mozzarella cheese in the center, then fold the meat around the cheese, ensuring it is completely enclosed. Roll into a neat ball and set aside on a tray.
- 4. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the meatballs in batches until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- 5. Transfer the browned meatballs to a baking dish, pour marinara sauce over them, and sprinkle with extra Parmesan cheese. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes or until fully cooked. Let them rest for a couple of minutes before serving.