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Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs (low carb, keto) Recipe

Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs (low carb, keto) Recipe
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These Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs are a delicious low-carb and keto-friendly dish that combines flavorful meatballs with gooey melted mozzarella, served with a homemade marinara sauce. A perfect option for a satisfying and indulgent meal.

Ingredients

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For the Meatballs:

  • 1 lb Lean ground pork
  • 0.5 lb Lean ground beef
  • 1 tbsps Italian Seasoning
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley (finely chopped)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp ground black pepper
  • 12 oz mozzarella cheese (cut into small cubes)

For the Marinara Sauce:

  • 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

  1. Make the Marinara Sauce

    Add the olive oil to a pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and saute for five minutes. Then, add the chopped garlic, canned crushed tomatoes, bay leaf, black pepper, and fresh parsley to the pan. Simmer over low to medium heat for about 20-30 minutes while you prepare and cook the meatballs.

  2. Make the Meatballs

    Preheat your oven to 400F. Line a half sheet pan with parchment paper. Mix the meat, egg, and seasonings in a bowl. Take a golf ball-sized piece of the meat mixture, place a cut piece of mozzarella in the middle, then form a meatball around the cheese until fully enclosed. Bake in a 400F oven for 15-20 minutes or until fully cooked through. Serve with the homemade marinara sauce and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley or basil.

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Keywords: Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs, Low Carb, Keto, Meatball Recipe, Italian Cuisine

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