1/3cupCrystal Farms® Wisconsin Sharp Cheddar cheeseshredded then finely chopped
1/3cupItalian seasoned panko bread crumbs
1medium farm fresh egg
1slicewheat breadtorn into small pieces
1small handful Italian flat leaf parsleyfinely chopped
1/4tsp.garlic powder
1Tbsp.tomato paste
2Tbsp.grana padano cheesegrated
1/4tsp.oregano
salt and pepper"to taste"
Crystal Farms® shredded Mozzarella cheeseabout 1/3 cup
Instructions
Heat oven to 400.
Combine every ingredient except Mozzarella cheese into a large bowl. Gently combine using both hands and massaging until every ingredient comes together.
Roll about one tablespoon of meat mixture into a ball. Place each ball onto a non-stick baking mat on a baking sheet. Be sure there is adequate space between each meatball bite (about one inch).
Top each meatball bite with a touch of Crystal Farms Shredded Mozzarella cheese, about four to six shreds.
Bake at 400 degrees for about twelve minutes, or until fully cooked.
Remove from oven and allow to set for 1-2 minutes. Slide a toothpick into the top of each bite, and place each meatball onto a platter for serving.
Serve hot!
Notes
1. Grana padano cheese can be substituted with parmesan cheese. 2. You can't exactly taste the sausage to add salt and pepper, so add a generous amount (about 1/4 tsp. each) to ensure it is seasoned correctly. "To taste" means lay off of either if you are not a fan!