Treat your tastebuds to the ultimate comfort food with our guide to creating slow cooker mozzarella-stuffed meatballs. With a tender and juicy interior complemented by a blanket of rich and savory tomato sauce, these meatballs are sure to be the stars of your next family dinner or gathering. Let us take you on a culinary journey as we explore the secrets of crafting these exquisite meatballs, from selecting the perfect ingredients to mastering the art of slow cooking. Prepare to indulge in a burst of flavors that will make your taste buds sing, leaving you craving for more.
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SLOW-COOKER MOZZARELLA STUFFED MEATBALLS RECIPE - (4.4/5)
Provided by AzWench
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Chop each cheese stick into 1/2-inch pieces. There should be about 6-8 pieces for each cheese stick. Place on a plate and chill in the freezer until ready to use. Add ground beef, bread crumbs, whole egg, egg yolk, garlic, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to a bowl. Mush the ingredients together with your hands until everything comes together. Remove cheese from freezer. Scoop out about 4 tablespoons of meat mixture and roll into a ball. Gently push a piece of chilled mozzarella into the middle of the meatball. Roll the ball in your hands to cover the hole where the mozzarella cheese was pushed in. Place inside a greased slow cooker and repeat with remaining meat and cheese. When all meatballs are in the slow cooker, cover and cook on high for 1 to 2 hours or on low 3 to 4 hours until meat is cooked through and no longer pink. The cheese may start melting out of the meatballs and that's okay. If desired, sprinkle with a bit of fresh chopped parsley or dried Italian seasoning for garnish, and serve with your favorite marinara or alfredo sauce for dipping. OVEN METHOD: For a quicker method, the meatballs can be baked. Follow directions to make meatballs, but instead of placing them in the slow-cooker, place meatballs 1-inch apart on a greased baking sheet and bake at 400°F for 15 to 20 minutes until browned and cheese is melty. MAKE-AHEAD METHOD: These can also be made ahead and frozen by preparing the meatballs as instructed in the recipe, but instead of putting them straight into the slow cooker or the oven to bake, just place them side by side in a zip lock bag, seal, and place in the freezer. When ready to cook them, follow recipe instructions and increase cooking time slightly to allow for thawing.
MOZZARELLA STUFFED SLOW COOKER MEATBALLS RECIPE - (3.7/5)
Provided by teachskinner
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Add all ingredients EXCEPT Mozzarella and pasta sauce into large bowl. Knead to combine until uniform. Spoon a 1.5 inch ball of meat mixture and roll into a ball. Press 1 cube of mozzarella into center of meatball and roll meat to surround the cube. Repeat with remaining meat and cubes. Pour 1/3 jar into Slow cooker, evenly coating bottom of insert. Add meatballs in single, loosely spaced layer in slow cooker. Cover with pasta sauce, stack more meatballs in second layer. Add more sauce and meatballs. Set slow cooker to High for 2-2.5 hours
Tips:
- For the best results, use a high-quality ground beef. Look for meat that is freshly ground and has a good fat content (at least 20%).
- Don't overwork the meatball mixture. Overworking the meat will make the meatballs tough.
- Use a large spoon or ice cream scoop to form the meatballs. This will help to keep them uniform in size and shape.
- Brown the meatballs in a skillet before adding them to the slow cooker. This will help to seal in the juices and prevent them from drying out.
- Add plenty of sauce to the slow cooker. The meatballs should be completely covered in sauce so that they stay moist and flavorful.
- Cook the meatballs on low for 6-8 hours, or until they are cooked through. You can also cook them on high for 3-4 hours, but be sure to check them more often to prevent them from overcooking.
- Serve the meatballs over spaghetti, rice, or mashed potatoes. You can also use them as a sandwich filling or appetizer.
Conclusion:
Slow cooker mozzarella stuffed meatballs are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight. The meatballs are juicy and flavorful, and the cheese filling is a delightful surprise. Serve them over spaghetti, rice, or mashed potatoes, and you'll have a meal that the whole family will love.
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