Ingredients
The following ingredients have 4 Servings
- 1 lb. lean ground beef ((85/15))
- 2 oz sharp cheddar (cubed into 8 cubes)
- 1 teaspoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- Olive oil spray
Instruction
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with high-heat-resistant parchment paper.
- Divide the ground beef into eight equal portions. Flatten each portion into a circle. Place a cheese cube in the middle of each circle. Shape each circle into a meatball, sealing well.
- In a shallow bowl, mix together the salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Roll the meatballs in the mixture.
- Place the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet. Lightly spray them with olive oil. Bake until cooked through, about 20 minutes. Allow them to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
