cheese stuffed italian meatballs
Cheese Stuffed Italian Meatballs
2 servings of meatballs and 2 tbsp /30 mL sauce
Ingredients:
- 2 slices white sandwich bread, torn
- 1 lb (450 g) 90% lean ground beef
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/2 cup (125 ml) grated parmesan cheese
- 1/4 tsp (1 ml) salt
- 2 tsp (10 ml) italian seasoning
- 2 sticks (1 oz/30 g each) part-skim mozzarella string cheese
- 1 cup (250 ml) marinara sauce, warmed
Directions:
- Prepare grill for direct cooking medium-high heat (400-450°F/200-230°C).
- Place torn bread into Manual Food Processor and process until finely chopped. In large mixing bowl, combine bread crumbs, ground beef, egg, cheese, salt and Italian seasoning; mix gently, but thoroughly.
- Slice each string cheese stick into 6 pieces (12 total).
- Brush the Large Grill Pan with oil. Place meatballs in pan.
- Using Large Scoop, shape meat mixture into 12 balls. Press one piece of string cheese into the middle of each ball, ensuring string cheese is fully encased with meat. Place into pan.
- Place pan onto grill. Grill, covered, for 8-10 minutes, turning halfway through grill time or until internal temperature reaches 160°F/71°C (for well-done). Remove from grill.
- Meanwhile, pour marinara sauce in a microwavable bowl. Microwave, covered, on HIGH 2-3 minutes or until hot. Serve meatballs with sauce.
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