Low Carb Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs
Bring a taste of Italy to your kitchen with these Low Carb Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs. Deliciously gooey and health-conscious!
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground Beef lean
- 0.5 lb Ground Turkey
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp Fresh parsley finely chopped
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper ground
- 12 oz Mozzarella cheese cut into small cubes
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 1/2 small Onion finely chopped
- 14 oz Crushed tomatoes canned
- 1 Bay leaf
- 1 clove Garlic chopped
- 1 tbsp Fresh parsley or basil finely chopped
- 1 tsp Black pepper
Instructions
Prepare the Marinara Sauce
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add finely chopped onion and sauté for about five minutes.
- Stir in the chopped garlic, crushed tomatoes, bay leaf, black pepper, and fresh parsley.
- Let the sauce simmer on low to medium heat for 20 to 30 minutes while you work on the meatballs.
Prepare the Meatballs
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- Line a half-sheet pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- In a large bowl, combine the ground meats, egg, and seasonings.
- Take a portion of the meat mixture, about the size of a golf ball, and insert a cube of mozzarella cheese in the center. Shape the meat around the cheese, ensuring it's completely enclosed.
- Form approximately 12 medium meatballs.
- Place the meatballs on the prepared pan and bake at 400°F for 15 to 20 minutes or until fully cooked. A bit of cheese might escape, but well-sealed meatballs should minimize this.
- Serve with the homemade marinara sauce and garnish with additional fresh parsley or basil if desired.