Mozzarella-Stuffed Meatballs

10 Reviews

Prep: 35 min
Ready In: 35 min

“Ground turkey meatballs served with spaghetti and sauce will be a hit with the entire family when they discover the hidden pocket of cheese inside the meatballs.” - by Hunts.com

Ingredients

1 (13.25 ounce) package dry whole wheat spaghetti, uncooked
1 (20 ounce) package lean ground turkey
1/4 cup Egg Beaters® Original
1/4 cup Italian-style bread crumbs
2 (1 ounce) pieces part-skim mozzarella string cheese
2 tablespoons Pure Wesson® Canola Oil
1 (26.5 ounce) can Hunt's® Traditional Pasta Sauce

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Original recipe yields 6 servings

Directions

Cook spaghetti according to package directions, omitting salt.
Meanwhile, combine turkey, Egg Beaters and bread crumbs in bowl just until combined. Divide mixture into 18 portions. Cut cheese into 18 equal pieces (about 1/2 inch). Place 1 piece cheese in center of each meat portion and gently shape into ball.
Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs; cook 8 to 10 minutes, turning gently to brown all sides. Cook 2 to 3 minutes more or until meat is no longer pink. Remove drippings. Pour sauce over meatballs; heat until sauce is hot, stirring occasionally.
To serve, divide spaghetti between each plate and top with 3 meatballs and sauce each.

Nutrition

Amount Per Serving (6 total)

Calories
497 cal
25%

Fat
15.9 g
24%

Carbs
61.5 g
20%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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Reviews (10)

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MelissaK

Jan. 3, 2012

"Recipe was simple and quite easy. I found it odd that there were no other seasonings besides the bread crumbs so I added salt, pepper and onion powder. I would probably try baking the meatballs next t..." See moreime as I would prefer not to use the oil in the skillet. Recipe turned out moist and tasty meatballs."

lori1186

Jan. 14, 2012

"I took this recipe and made a few changes and it was delicious. 1. I used a mixture of ground pork and beef instead of turkey (.75 lbs beef, .25 lbs pork). 2. Instead of frying the meatballs I baked ..." See morethem. 350 degrees, 30-35 minutes."

Luvmyhubbynmylilangels

Jan. 28, 2012

"I used this as a base recipe. They turned out stupendous! Made them three days in a row. Changes I made: used ground beef, add salt and pepper to taste, cubed mozarella instead of using cheese string ..." See moreand I breaded the meatballs. whisk egg in bowl, salt and pepper to taste. Have one bowl with 1/4 cup flour and another bowl 1 cup seasoned italian breadcrumbs. Then dip meatballs in flour, coat in egg mixture and coat in breadcrumbs. Super delicious with a crispy coating!"

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