Mozzarella-Stuffed Meatballs (Carnivore + Keto Options)
Make Mozzarella-Stuffed Meatballs with just 3 ingredients and 5 minutes of prep time! Serve them for dinner tonight, and your whole family will enjoy this delicious carnivore recipe together. If desired, you can add a few classic seasonings and make a flavorful keto option without any extra work!
Servings: 4
Calories: 772kcal
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 8 ounces mozzarella cheese whole milk
KETO VARIATION
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 °F (175°C).
- Mix the salt and meat in a bowl. If following the keto option, add those ingredients now.2 pounds ground beef, 2 teaspoons salt, 8 ounces mozzarella cheese, 1 egg, 1 tablespoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- Cut the cheese into 8 cubes.
- Divide the meat into 8 4-ounce balls. Make a well in the center of each ball and insert the cheese. Press the meat around to cover the hole and smooth over any lumps.
- Arrange meatballs in a 9x13-inch glass baking dish or large cookie sheet with the seam up.
- Bake for 25 minutes until cooked. Cool slightly and serve warm.
Nutrition
Serving: 2meatballs | Calories: 772kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 53g | Fat: 59g | Saturated Fat: 25g | Sodium: 2850mg | Fiber: 1g | Net Carbohydrates: 3g
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