Mozzarella-Stuffed Meatballs

Name: Mozzarella-Stuffed Meatballs
Cook time: 1 h 25 min
Total time: 1 h 25 min
Cuisine: European, American, Italian, Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1.5 pounds 90%-lean ground beef; 1 cup finely chopped yellow onion (1 small), divided; 0.5 cup whole-wheat panko breadcrumbs; 2 large eggs; 0.333 cup unsalted beef broth; 0.25 cup finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley; 3 cloves garlic, minced, divided; 0.5 teaspoon ground fennel; 0.75 teaspoon salt, divided; 0.75 teaspoon ground pepper, divided; 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 24 (1/2-inch) cubes; 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil; 1 (14.5 ounce) can no-salt-added crushed tomatoes; 1 (14.5 ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes; 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh thyme; 1 tablespoon torn basil leaves, plus more for garnish; Shaved Parmesan cheese for garnish

Instructions

Cook:1h 25min

These mozzarella-stuffed meatballs are filled with ooey-gooey melted cheese. The simple spice mix combines with fresh herbs to flavor the dish nicely.

Updated at: Tue, 16 Dec 2025 01:13:54 GMT