Cheese-Stuffed Keto Meatballs with Tomato Cream Sauce

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Juicy beef meatballs stuffed with melted mozzarella, simmered in a rich, creamy tomato sauce low in carbs. This Italian-inspired keto recipe (low-carb), ready in about 45 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 480 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: 20 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 480 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 almond flour, 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Mix until just combined.
  2. Step 2: Divide meat mixture into 12 equal portions. Flatten each portion and place one 1/2-inch cube of mozzarella cheese in the center, then fold meat around it to form a sealed ball.
  3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs and brown on all sides, about 8 minutes total. Remove meatballs and set aside.
  4. Step 4: In the same skillet, stir in 6 oz tomato paste, 1 cup water, 1/2 cup heavy cream, and remaining 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
  5. Step 5: Return meatballs to the skillet, spoon sauce over them, cover, and simmer on low heat for 10 minutes until cooked through.
  6. Step 6: Garnish with 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil before serving.

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