Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese (cubed)
- 1 jar marinara sauce (for serving)
Equipment Needed
- Mixing bowl
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper (optional for easy clean-up)
- Large pot or skillet (for cooking)
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Oven
Step-by-Step Instructions
First things first, I start by preheating my oven to 375°F (190°C) so that it’s nice and hot when I’m ready to bake the meatballs. In a large mixing bowl, I combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. My hands are the best tools here; I love getting in there and mixing it all thoroughly. Once everything is combined, I take a handful of the mixture, flatten it in my palm, and place a cube of mozzarella cheese in the center. I then fold the meat around the cheese, rolling it into a ball—oh, the anticipation of that melted treasure! (See the next page below to continue steps…)