Ingredients
4 string cheese packets
1/2 lb. ground beef
1/2 lb. ground pork
1 c. breadcrumbs
1 egg
1/4 c. chopped parsley (divided)
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 c. Parmesan, plus more for serving
salt
Pepper
1 tbsp. olive oil
1 15-oz. jar marinara
Preparation
Step 1Cube string cheese into 1” cubes and set aside. Step 2In a medium bowl, combine ground beef, pork, breadcrumbs, eggs, 2 tablespoons of parsley, garlic cloves and Parmesan. Season to taste with salt and pepper and stir to combine. Scoop meatball mixture into small ball (about 2 tablespoons) and press 1 cube mozzarella into the center, sealing meat tightly around cheese. Repeat with remaining meatball mixture and cheese.Step 3Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the meatballs and cook to brown on all sides. When the meatballs have developed a nice crust, remove them from the skillet and wipe the skillet clean. Return skillet to stovetop over medium heat. Pour marinara into the skillet then add the meatballs to the sauce. Spoon sauce over the meatballs. Cover the pan with a lid and simmer meatballs for another 12 minutes, or until cooked through.Step 4Serve warm. Garnish with more parsley and Parmesan if desired.
