CHEESE STUFFED MEATBALLS

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The only thing better that meatballs is our recipe for Cheese Stuffed Meatballs. Flavorful and full of Mozzarella cheese, you've just got to try these.

Provided by My Food and Family

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Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb. extra-lean ground beef
1/2 cup finely chopped onions
1/4 cup panko bread crumbs
1 egg, beaten
1/4 cup KRAFT Sun Dried Tomato Vinaigrette Dressing made with Extra Virgin Olive Oil, divided
4 oz. KRAFT Mozzarella Cheese, cut into 12 cubes
1 can (28 oz.) diced tomatoes, drained
1 spaghetti squash (2-3/4 lb.)

Steps:

  • Mix meat, onions, bread crumbs, egg and 2 Tbsp. dressing just until blended. Divide into 12 portions. Press 1 cheese cube into center of each meat portion, then roll into ball.
  • Heat remaining dressing in large skillet on medium-high heat. Add meatballs; cook 8 to 10 min. or until lightly browned, turning frequently. Stir in tomatoes; simmer 10 min. or until meatballs are done (160ºF), stirring occasionally.
  • Meanwhile, cut squash lengthwise in half. Use spoon to scoop out seeds and membranes; discard. Place squash, cut sides down, in microwaveable baking dish. Add enough water to dish to fill to 1-inch depth. Microwave on HIGH 12 min. or until squash can easily be pierced with fork. Cool slightly. Use fork to scrape squash into spaghetti-like strands.
  • Serve squash topped with meatballs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 135 mg, Sodium 600 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 35 g

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