Let’s roll up our sleeves and get cooking. You’ll be amazed at how quickly these come together.

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped spinach, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until fully combined.
3. Take a small amount of the meat mixture and flatten it in your hand. Place a cube of mozzarella in the center and wrap the meat around it, forming a ball. Repeat with the remaining mixture.
4. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown the meatballs on all sides, about 5 minutes total, then transfer them to the prepared baking sheet.
5. Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, until cooked through and the cheese is melty and gooey.
6. Optional: Warm the marinara sauce in a small saucepan over low heat and serve alongside the meatballs.

Growing up, I learned from my mom that the secret ingredient in every dish is a dash of improvisation and a whole lot of love. If you find yourself short on time, these meatballs can also be cooked entirely in the oven. Just make sure they’re nicely browned and cooked through!