Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Total Carbs: 11g
Net Carbs: 9g
Protein: 53g
Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb. Lean ground buffalo
• 1 tbsp Italian Seasoning
• 1 egg
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp ground black pepper
• 12 oz mozzarella cheese, cut into small cubes or mozzarella balls

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 400F
2. Line a half sheet pan with parchment paper so that the meatballs don’t stick to the pan.
3. Mix the meat, egg, and seasonings together in a large bowl.
4. Take a golf ball sized piece of the meat mixture and place a cut piece of mozzarella in the middle then form a meatball around the cheese until it’s fully enclosed leaving no gaps. Makes about 12 medium meatballs.
5. Bake in a 400F oven for  15- 20 minutes, or until fully cooked through. A small amount of cheese may leak out, but if the meatballs fully enclose the cheese should be minimal. 
6. Serve with marinara sauce, and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley, or basil if you prefer.