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Upside Down Meatball Puff Pastry

Delicious Upside Down Meatball Puff Pastry Surprise

An irresistible Upside Down Meatball Puff Pastry that combines comforting meatballs and flaky pastry for a delightful meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound ground beef use lean beef for a healthier option
  • 1 teaspoon salt enhances all the flavors
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper adds a touch of heat
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder for garlic kick
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder provides a sweet and savory depth
  • 1 teaspoon oregano brings Mediterranean flair
  • 1 teaspoon basil adds a fresh, aromatic note
  • 1 large egg binds the ingredients
  • 0.5 cup breadcrumbs keeps meatballs tender
For the Sauce and Toppings
  • 1 cup marinara sauce consider homemade for extra love
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese melts beautifully
For the Pastry
  • 1 sheet puff pastry choose quality, store-bought
For Cooking
  • splash olive oil for browning meatballs

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • large skillet
  • Baking Dish
  • Rolling Pin
  • round cutter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Combine ground beef, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, basil, egg, and breadcrumbs in a large bowl. Form into 1-inch meatballs.
  2. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Heat olive oil in a skillet and brown the meatballs for 5-7 minutes.
  3. Pour marinara sauce over the browned meatballs and top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
  4. Roll out puff pastry, cut circles, and place over the meatball mixture in the baking dish.
  5. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the pastry is golden brown.
  6. Let cool for a few minutes, invert onto a platter, garnish with fresh basil, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Let the dish cool slightly before inverting to prevent meatballs from falling apart. Use fresh basil leaves for garnish to enhance flavor and presentation.

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