Cheese Stuffed Meatballs with Tomato Sauce
Discover these delicious meatballs hiding a melting cheese heart, all coated with a generously flavored homemade tomato sauce. A family dish that perfectly combines tenderness, flavor and conviviality. These tasty meatballs are easy to prepare and will impress your guests with their cheesy molten center. Perfect for a family dinner or with friends, this comforting dish will delight young and old alike.
Double Compartment 9L Air Fryer – 8-in-1
€69.99
Pros:
- Two independent baskets for simultaneous cooking
- Smart Finish technology for synchronized cooking end time
- Intuitive touchscreen with automatic programs
Con:
- Takes up more countertop space
- 1
Prepare meatballs: Finely grate the onion and chop the garlic. In a bowl, mix the meat, egg, onion, garlic, breadcrumbs and parsley. Salt and pepper. Form meatballs by inserting a cheese cube in the center of each, making sure to close the meat well around it.
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Browning meatballs: In a large pan, heat a drizzle of olive oil. Brown the meatballs on all sides over medium heat for 5-6 minutes. Set aside.
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Make the sauce: In the same pan, sauté the sliced onion and chopped garlic for 3-4 minutes. Add the tomato puree, herbs, sugar, salt and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
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Final simmering: Return the meatballs to the sauce. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes over low heat until the meatballs are cooked and the cheese is melted.
- Cheese: Mozzarella is ideal for its stringy effect
- Meat: A beef/pork mix for more tenderness
- Cooking: Don't pierce the meatballs to keep the cheese inside
- Sauce: Add a little red wine for more complexity
- Serving: Perfect with pasta, polenta or rustic bread
- Storage: 3 days in fridge, freezes well
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