Meatballs with Cheddar and Bacon

Name: Meatballs with Cheddar and Bacon
Prep time: 60 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 80 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: Ground beef 12.5 oz; Ground pork 5.3 oz; Parmigiano Reggiano PDO cheese (to grate) 3 oz; Breadcrumbs ½ cup; Eggs medium 1; Parsley 1 tuft; Fine salt to taste; Black pepper to taste; Type 00 flour to taste; Extra virgin olive oil to taste; Bacon 32 slices; Cheddar cheese 1.3 cups; Barbecue sauce 6 ½ tbsp; Chives to taste

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Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 60 min
Cook time: 20 min
Serving: 4

PRESENTATION

Recipe by
Daniele Resconi

If you're looking to shake up your meatball game, this meatballs with cheddar and bacon recipe is a must-try. Really, it’s a game-changer. Imagine juicy, tender ground beef cradling sharp cheddar cheese, all wrapped up in slices of smoky bacon. And the magic? It happens when that bacon gets all crispy and golden, while the cheese melts perfectly inside. Each bite is a flavor explosion—with the salty bacon and gooey cheese creating an irresistible combo. Seriously good stuff. And let's not forget the barbecue sauce—its tangy kick gives these meatballs a unique American twist that’s sure to impress at any gathering.

These cheese stuffed meatballs mix savory, moist, rich flavors with a touch of sweetness from the sauce. I mean, the fun part is watching the cheese stretch as you take a bite. And bacon ensures it's never dull.

In American homes, bacon cheddar meatballs are a hit for various occasions—from game days to casual family dinners. They make excellent party appetizers—easy to grab and incredibly satisfying. You know, serve them up with fries or a green salad, and you've got a dish that everyone will want more of. And here's the thing: what sets these apart is the fusion of cheddar, bacon and barbecue sauce, a combo you won't find in traditional Italian cooking. People love experimenting with these, trying different cheese fillings or adding some spice for a kick.

The ease of preparation and the opportunity for creativity make this an easy meatball recipe that’s a go-to for anyone wanting something comforting yet a bit different. For sure, you'll enjoy a savory, gooey, and perfectly crispy experience in every bite, making these bacon wrapped meatballs a favorite for any crowd-pleasing occasion. Whether you're hosting a party or just having a casual meal, these meatballs are sure to be a hit—blending the best of American flavors with a playful twist on a classic concept.

INGREDIENTS

For about 16 meatballs: Ground beef 12.5 oz (350 g); Ground pork 5.3 oz (150 g); Parmigiano Reggiano PDO cheese 3 oz (80 g) - (to grate); Breadcrumbs ½ cup (60 g); Eggs 1 - medium; Parsley 1 tuft; Fine salt to taste; Black pepper to taste

For flouring and cooking: Type 00 flour to taste; Extra virgin olive oil to taste

For filling and covering: Bacon 32 slices; Cheddar cheese 1.3 cups (150 g); Barbecue sauce 6 ½ tbsp (100 g); Chives to taste

Preparation

How to prepare Meatballs with Cheddar and Bacon

To prepare the meatballs with cheddar and bacon, place the minced beef and pork in a bowl 1, then add the breadcrumbs 2 and grated Parmigiano Reggiano 3.

Also add the egg 4, finely chopped parsley 5, salt 6, and pepper.

Knead with your hands to combine the ingredients 7 and obtain a homogeneous mixture 8. Now cut the cheddar into very small cubes 9.

Take about 1.4 oz of the mixture and form a ball in the palm of your hand 10, then insert some cheddar cubes in the center 11 and close to recreate a round shape 12. Continue in this way to form all the meatballs; with these quantities, you will make about 18.

Roll the meatballs in flour 13, then brown them in a pan with hot oil for about 7 minutes, turning them on both sides 14 15.

At this point, place a first slice of bacon on a cutting board 16 and another across to form a cross 17, then place a browned meatball in the center 18.

Fold the bacon slices over the meatball 19 to wrap it completely 20. Gradually place the bacon-wrapped meatballs in a baking tray lined with parchment paper 21.

Bake in a preheated static oven at 450°F for 10 minutes. When they are nicely golden, take the meatballs out and brush them with barbecue sauce 22, then bake again for 1-2 minutes 23. Garnish with chopped chives and serve your meatballs with cheddar and bacon immediately 34!

Storage

The meatballs with cheddar and bacon can be stored in the refrigerator for a couple of days in an airtight container.

You can freeze the raw meatballs, with or without bacon.

Tip

If you prefer, you can replace the cheddar with another cheese like Emmental or fontina.

Has the cheddar and bacon combination won you over? Don't miss the recipe for Potatoes with cheddar and bacon!

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Meatballs with Cheddar and Bacon

PRESENTATION

INGREDIENTS

How to prepare Meatballs with Cheddar and Bacon

Storage

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