Cheese-Stuffed Keto Meatballs with Basil Cream Sauce

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Juicy ground beef meatballs stuffed with melted mozzarella, simmered in a rich basil cream sauce for a comforting keto entrée. This Italian-inspired keto recipe (low carb), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs ground beef, mozzarella cheese, egg for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 520 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground beef, 1 large egg, 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese, 1/4 cup almond flour, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
  2. Step 2: Form the mixture into 12 equal-sized balls, pressing a 1/2-inch cube of mozzarella cheese into the center of each, then sealing the meat around the cheese completely.
  3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally until browned on all sides and cooked through.
  4. Step 4: Remove meatballs from the skillet and set aside. Lower heat to medium-low and add 1 tbsp butter to the skillet.
  5. Step 5: Pour in 3/4 cup heavy cream and stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until the cream thickens and basil infuses the sauce.
  6. Step 6: Return meatballs to the skillet and spoon the basil cream sauce over them. Cook together for 2 minutes to heat through before serving.

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