Skillet Spaghetti & Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs

A new twist on an old favorite.   Make these easy-to-stuff meatballs and enjoy the flavorful surprise of cheese oozing out of every tasty bite.  Perfect game day dinner!

recipe developed for Bertolli

photography by Paul Gelsobello Studio

Food Stylist: Cathy Paukner

Prop Sylist: Deb Ruggieri

Prep Time:  15 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Makes: 4 servings

1lb. ground beef

1/3 cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs

1 jar Bertolli® Marinara Sauce

1½  Tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese

1 large egg

1 clove garlic, crushed

1/2 tsp. salt

3 oz mozzarella cheese, cut into 12 3/4 –inch pieces

8 oz. spaghetti, cooked and drained

Combine ground beef, bread crumbs, ¼ cup Sauce, Parmesan cheese and egg in medium bowl.  Shape into 12 meatballs. Press 1 cheese cube into center of each meatball, enclosing completely.

Brown meatballs in 12-inch nonstick skillet; drain fat if desired.  Add remaining sauce and bring to a boil.  Reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes or until meatballs are done.  Serve with spaghetti.