Spaghetti with Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Spaghetti with Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs recipe—a hearty, flavorful dish that combines tender beef and pork meatballs with gooey, melty centers of mozzarella cheese. These irresistible meatballs are simmered to perfection in a rich marinara sauce and served atop twirls of al dente spaghetti. The addition of fresh parsley, aromatic garlic, and a dash of Parmesan cheese takes this dish to new heights, while a garnish of fragrant basil leaves elevates its presentation. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or a date night at home, this dish is a showstopper that pairs classic Italian flavors with a delightful cheesy surprise. Easy to prepare and brimming with homemade taste, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your meal rotation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef
- 0.5 lb Ground pork
- 8 oz Mozzarella cheese, cubed
- 0.75 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup Milk
- 1 Egg
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp Parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 12 oz Spaghetti
- 3 cups Marinara sauce
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 5 leaves Basil leaves, fresh
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, minced garlic, parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined, but do not overmix to avoid tough meatballs.
Take a small handful of the meat mixture and flatten it into a disc in your palm. Place one cube of mozzarella into the center and wrap the meat around it, rolling it into a ball. Repeat with remaining meat mixture and mozzarella cubes until all meatballs are formed.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches, cooking for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned. Remove the meatballs and set aside. (They do not need to be fully cooked at this stage.)
In the same skillet, pour in the marinara sauce and bring it to a simmer. Carefully place the browned meatballs into the sauce, spooning sauce over each meatball to coat them. Cover with a lid and let simmer on low heat for 15-20 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and the mozzarella is melted.
While the meatballs cook, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the spaghetti, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta water.
Toss the cooked spaghetti with a small amount of the marinara sauce and, if needed, add reserved pasta water to loosen it. Divide the spaghetti among serving plates.
Top each plate of spaghetti with 3-4 meatballs and additional marinara sauce. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and garnish with fresh basil leaves.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Spaghetti with Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3910 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 237.3 g | 304% | |
| Saturated Fat | 91.9 g | 460% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 925 mg | 308% | |
| Sodium | 6859 mg | 298% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 204.9 g | 75% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.4 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.5 g | ||
| Protein | 236.6 g | 473% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.9 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 1750 mg | 135% | |
| Iron | 23.2 mg | 129% | |
| Potassium | 1676 mg | 36% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
