Description
Delicious and savory spinach garlic meatballs stuffed with melted mozzarella cheese, perfect as an appetizer or main dish. These meatballs combine fresh spinach, aromatic garlic, and a cheesy surprise, baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh spinach, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 oz mozzarella cheese, cubed
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (or almond flour for gluten-free)
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the meatballs evenly and thoroughly.
- Prepare Vegetables and Cheese: Finely chop the fresh spinach and mince the garlic cloves. Cube the mozzarella cheese into small pieces for stuffing.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground meat with finely chopped spinach, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, beaten eggs, milk, grated Parmesan, salt, and pepper. Mix everything well until fully incorporated.
- Form and Stuff Meatballs: Shape the meat mixture into balls, then carefully stuff each one with a cube of mozzarella cheese. Make sure to seal the meat tightly around the cheese to prevent leakage during cooking.
- Bake the Meatballs: Place the stuffed meatballs on a greased baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and golden brown. Alternatively, they can be pan-fried until browned and cooked through.
Notes
- You can substitute almond flour for breadcrumbs for a gluten-free version.
- Use fresh mozzarella for the best melty cheese texture inside the meatballs.
- Make sure to seal the meatballs tightly around the cheese to prevent cheese leakage while cooking.
- Serve with marinara sauce or your favorite dipping sauce for added flavor.
