Pesto and Bocconcini Stuffed Turkey Meatballs
Stuffed meatballs are the perfect way to add a wow-factor to your next dinner party or backyard BBQ. The cocktail bocconcini add a delicious creaminess to the recipe that is balanced out by garlicky basil pesto.

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment. Gently mix the ground turkey with half the pesto, the breadcrumbs, onion, egg, salt and pepper.
Divide the mixture into 16 portions. Roll the turkey mixture around a bocconcini making sure to leave no cracks so the cheese doesn’t melt out. Arrange on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes or until meat is cooked through and golden brown.
Meanwhile, heat the tomato sauce with the remaining pesto in small saucepan set over medium heat until simmering. Toss meatballs in sauce and serve.
Makes 16
For an updated take on spaghetti and meatballs serve over cooked pasta. If you can’t find cocktail-size bocconcini, cut 1-inch (2.5 cm) bocconcini into quarters. Brie or goat cheese would also work in these meatballs to add a unique twist.
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Directions
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment. Gently mix the ground turkey with half the pesto, the breadcrumbs, onion, egg, salt and pepper.
Divide the mixture into 16 portions. Roll the turkey mixture around a bocconcini making sure to leave no cracks so the cheese doesn’t melt out. Arrange on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes or until meat is cooked through and golden brown.
Meanwhile, heat the tomato sauce with the remaining pesto in small saucepan set over medium heat until simmering. Toss meatballs in sauce and serve.
Makes 16
For an updated take on spaghetti and meatballs serve over cooked pasta. If you can’t find cocktail-size bocconcini, cut 1-inch (2.5 cm) bocconcini into quarters. Brie or goat cheese would also work in these meatballs to add a unique twist.