Garlic Spinach Meatballs (Printable Version)
Soft meatballs filled with spinach, garlic, and stretchy mozzarella cheese for a tasty dinner.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Meatball Mix
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120 ml chopped fresh spinach
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1 large egg
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450 g lean ground beef
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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25 g Parmesan cheese, grated
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1.25 ml black pepper, freshly ground
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60 g breadcrumbs
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1.25 ml salt
→ Filling
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120 ml mozzarella cubes
→ Cooking and Serving
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60 ml marinara sauce if you want
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15 ml olive oil
# Detailed Preparation Steps:
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Turn the oven to 190°C (375°F).
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Put ground beef, spinach, garlic, breadcrumbs, egg, Parmesan, salt, and pepper in a big bowl and mix gently. Don’t overdo it or it gets tough.
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Grab some mix, press it flat, pop a mozzarella cube inside, and roll it into a ball. Keep going until you’ve used all the mix.
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Heat olive oil in a pan on medium. Cook meatballs, turning often, till they’re browned all over. Should take about 5 to 6 minutes.
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Put the browned meatballs in a baking dish and bake for 10 to 12 minutes. They’re done when the middle hits 71°C (160°F).
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Dish out the meatballs and add some marinara sauce if you like. You can sprinkle extra Parmesan or fresh basil on top.
# Helpful Tips:
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Ground beef that’s lean keeps it healthier. Make sure it’s cooked through to 71°C so it’s safe to eat.