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Ingredients
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- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Cooking spray or olive oil for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet.
- Mix ground beef, garlic, parsley, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, pepper, onion powder, and paprika in a bowl until combined.
- Form small patties, placing cheese in the center and sealing to create a ball.
- Roll each ball in grated parmesan cheese.
- Arrange on the baking sheet with space between each.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
Mix the beef mixture thoroughly to avoid dry spots.
Do not overfill the cheese; keep a balanced portion.
Monitor baking time as ovens may vary; use a food thermometer for accuracy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Unsaturated Fat: 8
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 6
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 16
- Cholesterol: 70