Ingredients
1 large egg, room temperature, lightly beaten1/4 cup prepared Italian salad dressing1-1/2 cups cubed bread2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 pound ground pork1/2 pound ground sirloin3 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese2 tablespoons canola oil1 jar (24 ounces) marinara sauceHot cooked pasta
Preparation
In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Crumble pork and beef over mixture; mix well. Cut mozzarella into eighteen 1/2-in. cubes. Divide meat mixture into 18 portions; shape each around a cheese cube.
In a large skillet, cook meatballs in oil over medium heat, in batches, until a thermometer inserted in the meat reads 160°; drain. In a large saucepan, heat marinara sauce; add meatballs and heat through. Serve over pasta. Freeze option: Freeze cooled meatball mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a covered saucepan, gently stirring and adding a little water if necessary. Serve with pasta.
