Mozzarella Cheese Stuffed Meatballs

Savor the delight of mozzarella-stuffed, oven-baked meatballs, perfect for any occasion!.

INGREDIENTS:

Lean Ground Beef, 2 pounds.
Italian Sausage, 1 pound.
Breadcrumbs, 1 cup.
Yellow onion, 1/2 small, finely diced.
Kosher salt, 1 teaspoon.
Basil leaves, 1 tablespoon, chopped.
Rosemary, 2 sprigs, chopped finely.
Parmesan cheese, 1/2 cup, grated.
Garlic cloves, 2, minced.
Parsley, 1 tablespoon, chopped.
Whole milk, 1/2 cup.
Marinara sauce, 1/4 cup.
Large eggs, 2, lightly beaten.
Mozzarella cheese, 8 ounces, cubed.

DIRECTIONS:

Start by preheating your oven to 400°F and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Combine all listed ingredients, besides the mozzarella, in a large mixing bowl with clean hands. Ensure the mixture is mixed well without overworking.
Scoop out two ounces of the mixture per meatball using a scoop and arrange on a plate.
With wet hands, shape the scooped mixture into round balls.
Press a mozzarella cube into each formed meatball, reshaping to enclose the cheese completely.
Arrange the prepared meatballs on the baking sheet, ensuring they do not touch each other.
Bake the meatballs for 20 to 25 minutes, checking they are browned and cooked thoroughly.
Once done, these delicious cheese-filled meatballs can be enjoyed immediately, or simmered further in your sauce of choice before serving.