Cheesy Spinach Garlic Meatballs (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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2 tbsp olive oil (for frying)
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1 cup fresh spinach, minced finely
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1/4 tsp ground black pepper
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1 lb ground beef (80% lean preferred)
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1 large egg, beaten
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3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
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1/4 cup plain breadcrumbs
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1/4 cup Parmesan, grated
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1 cup mozzarella, diced into tiny cubes
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1/2 tsp Italian herb blend
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1/2 tsp salt
# Instructions:
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In a big bowl, gently blend the beef, chopped spinach, garlic, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, salt, pepper, and seasoning until mixed through. It's okay if it's not perfectly even.
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Scoop 1-2 spoonfuls of the meat mix, flatten it in your hand, pop a mozzarella cube in the center, and wrap it up so the cheese is fully covered. Roll into a ball.
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Warm olive oil in a pan over medium. Fry meatballs a few at a time, for around 4-5 minutes per side, until they're golden and cooked through.
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Put the meatballs onto a plate layered with paper towels to soak up any extra oil.
# Notes:
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Fresh ingredients = better taste
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Handle the mix lightly, don't overdo it
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Cover the cheese fully to stop leaks
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Fry a few at a time for even cooking