Spinach Garlic Mozzarella Meatballs

Ingredients

• Ground beef: one pound look for eighty twenty blend to keep the meatballs juicy and flavorful
• Fresh baby spinach: two cups finely chopped choose tender bright green leaves for best taste
• Fresh garlic: four cloves minced fresh garlic gives more punch than pre chopped options
• Fine breadcrumbs: one half cup helps hold the meatballs together without drying them out
• Freshly grated parmesan: one half cup adds depth and a touch of saltiness grate it fresh for best melt and flavor
• Large fresh egg: one binds the mix together and makes shaping easier
• Italian seasoning: one teaspoon balances everything with a mix of classic herbs
• Mozzarella block: eight ounces cut into half inch cubes for creamy cheesy centers that hold together while cooking
• Extra virgin olive oil: two tablespoons for frying and getting that crispy brown outside
• Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper: for seasoning everything just right

Instructions

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