Best 7 Lemon Olive Bacon Cheese Meatballs Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary symphony of flavors with Lemon Olive Bacon Cheese Meatballs, a delightful appetizer or main course that tantalizes your taste buds. These meatballs, crafted with a harmonious blend of tangy lemon, savory bacon, and rich cheese, are enveloped in a tantalizing olive oil marinade, infusing them with a burst of Mediterranean essence. Accompanying this main recipe are two additional variations: the tangy Lemon Bacon Ranch Meatballs, featuring a delectable ranch dressing glaze, and the irresistible Bacon-Wrapped Cream Cheese Meatballs, where a creamy cheese filling is encased in crispy bacon. Each recipe offers a unique flavor profile, catering to diverse palates and preferences. Whether you seek a zesty appetizer for your next gathering or a flavorful main course for a cozy dinner, these Lemon Olive Bacon Cheese Meatballs, along with their delectable variations, promise an unforgettable culinary experience.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CHEESE STUFFED BACON MEATBALLS



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Provided by Aaron McCargo Jr.

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h5m

Yield 4. servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

8 to 10 slices applewood smoked bacon
1 pound ground chuck
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 package onion soup mix
1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
1 tablespoon coarse black pepper
1 tablespoon beef stock
8 to 10 bocconcini mozzarella balls
1/4 cup olive oil
1 yellow onion, finely diced
2 tablespoons minced garlic
2 tablespoons freshly chopped basil leaves
2 tablespoons freshly chopped oregano leaves
1 tablespoon coarse ground black pepper
2 (14-ounce) cans crushed tomatoes
2 (14-ounce) cans diced tomatoes in puree
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon chicken bouillon

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Arrange the bacon slices on a sheet pan. Put in the oven and bake until crisp, about 8 to 10 minutes. Remove the bacon from the pan to a cutting board and chop. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the beef, Worcestershire, onion soup mix, bread crumbs, black pepper, stock and the chopped bacon.
  • Form portions of the meat around bocconcini to make smooth balls. Arrange the meatballs on a sheet pan with a rack and bake until thoroughly browned, about 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Add the oil to a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. When the oil is hot add the onion, garlic, basil, oregano and pepper and saute for a few minutes. Stir in the crushed and diced tomatoes, red pepper flakes and the bouillon. Lower the heat and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Remove the meatballs from the pan to a serving platter and serve with the marinara sauce.

LEMON OLIVE BACON CHEESE MEATBALLS



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Make and share this Lemon Olive Bacon Cheese Meatballs recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Millereg

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h

Yield 12 lemonolivebaconcheesemeatballs, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb ground beef
3 tablespoons lemon juice
salt, to taste
1 cup cheddar cheese, grated
12 olives, minced
1/4 green bell pepper, chopped fine
1 cup soft breadcrumbs
4 fluid ounces milk
1 egg, beaten
12 slices bacon

Steps:

  • Partially cook the bacon, keeping it from curling.
  • Mix all the other ingredients except bacon; shape the mixture into 12 balls.
  • Wrap a bacon slice around each ball; fasten with a toothpick.
  • Arrange in a baking dish.
  • Bake in a preheated 350°F oven for about 40 minutes, turning once or twice.

STEAK 'N' BACON CHEDDAR MEATBALLS



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This is essentially a bacon cheeseburger in meatball form. The cooked steak should be diced into small bites, not ground, for the best texture.

Provided by Julia Moskin

Categories     dinner, main course, side dish

Time 45m

Yield About 2 dozen meatballs, 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, minced
Scant 8 ounces bacon, cut into 1/4-inch dice
1 pound cooked steak, diced
1 pound ground beef, 80% lean
6 ounces sharp Cheddar cheese, coarsely grated
3 large eggs
1/2 cup unseasoned bread crumbs
2 teaspoons salt
Black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat. Add onion and bacon, and cook, stirring, until bacon has browned and onion is translucent, about 10 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer onion and bacon to a plate and cool in refrigerator.
  • Heat oven to 450 degrees. Use the remaining 2 tablespoons oil to coat a 9-by-13-inch baking dish.
  • In a large bowl, combine steak, ground beef, cooled bacon and onions, cheese, eggs, bread crumbs and salt, and mix lightly but thoroughly by hand. To taste for seasoning, heat a small skillet and fry a chunk of the mixture until browned. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Roll mixture into golf-ball-size balls, packing firmly. Pack snugly into the prepared dish, making even rows to form a grid. Roast for 20 minutes, or until firm and cooked through. (The center should be at 165 degrees.)
  • Let cool for at least 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 584, UnsaturatedFat 24 grams, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fat 46 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 33 grams, SaturatedFat 17 grams, Sodium 488 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 1 gram

THE BEST MEATBALLS



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I never knew how to make good meatballs until I found this recipe. I normally make mine with just ground beef and they still taste great. I've used the combination of pork, beef and veal and they are equally good. Definitely use fresh bread crumbs and freshly grate your cheese instead of using the canned variety...it really does make a difference.

Provided by Geanine

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound ground beef
½ pound ground veal
½ pound ground pork
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 eggs
1 cup freshly grated Romano cheese
1 ½ tablespoons chopped Italian flat leaf parsley
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 cups stale Italian bread, crumbled
1 ½ cups lukewarm water
1 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Combine beef, veal, and pork in a large bowl. Add garlic, eggs, cheese, parsley, salt and pepper.
  • Blend bread crumbs into meat mixture. Slowly add the water 1/2 cup at a time. The mixture should be very moist but still hold its shape if rolled into meatballs. (I usually use about 1 1/4 cups of water). Shape into meatballs.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Fry meatballs in batches. When the meatball is very brown and slightly crisp remove from the heat and drain on a paper towel. (If your mixture is too wet, cover the meatballs while they are cooking so that they hold their shape better.)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 613.4 calories, Carbohydrate 6.6 g, Cholesterol 148.6 mg, Fat 53.2 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 26.6 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, Sodium 333.1 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

SLOW-COOKER BARBECUE BACON CHEESEBURGER MEATBALLS



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Who needs a bun? These barbecue bacon cheeseburger meatballs simmer away in the slow cooker while you get the rest of your party prepped, then team up with pickles for a pretty presentation.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 3h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb lean (at least 85%) ground beef
2 slices bacon, chopped
1/2 cup Progresso™ plain panko crispy bread crumbs
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/4 cup milk
1 egg, slightly beaten
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon Montreal steak grill seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
24 (1/2-inch) cubes sharp Cheddar cheese (3 oz)
1 bottle (18 oz) barbecue sauce
24 dill pickle slices

Steps:

  • Spray 3 1/2- or 4-quart slow cooker with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, mix beef, bacon, bread crumbs, onion, milk, egg, honey, grill seasoning and salt. Shape into about 24 (1 1/2-inch) meatballs; tuck one piece of cheese in center of each meatball, and seal completely. Add meatballs to slow cooker. Add barbeque sauce, and gently turn to coat.
  • Cover; cook on Low heat setting 3 to 4 hours or until meatballs are thoroughly cooked (165°F); stir. Thread pickle slices on cocktail picks, and serve with meatballs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 910 mg, Sugar 17 g, TransFat 0 g

MOROCCAN MEATBALL TAGINE WITH LEMON & OLIVES



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A wonderfully aromatic North African lamb casserole with a citrus tang - great for dinner parties

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Main course

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 onions , peeled
500g minced lamb
zest and juice 1 unwaxed lemon , quartered
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground cinnamon
pinch cayenne pepper
small bunch flat-leaf parsley , chopped
2 tbsp olive oil
thumb-sized piece ginger , peeled and grated
1 red chilli , deseeded and finely chopped
pinch saffron strands
250ml lamb stock
1 tbsp tomato purée
100g pitted black kalamata olive
small bunch coriander , chopped
couscous or fresh crusty bread, to serve

Steps:

  • Put the onions in a food processor and blitz until finely chopped. Put the lamb, lemon zest, spices, parsley and half the onions in a large bowl, and season. Using your hands, mix until well combined, then shape into walnut-sized balls.
  • Heat the oil in a large flameproof dish, or tagine with a lid, then add the remaining onions, ginger, chilli and saffron. Cook for 5 mins until the onion is softened and starting to colour. Add the lemon juice, stock, tomato purée and olives, then bring to the boil. Add the meatballs, one at a time, then reduce the heat, cover with the lid and cook for 20 mins, turning the meatballs a couple of times.
  • Remove lid, then add the coriander and lemon wedges, tucking them in between the meatballs. Cook, uncovered, for a further 10 mins until the liquid has reduced and thickened slightly. Serve hot with couscous or fresh crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 394 calories, Fat 26 grams fat, SaturatedFat 9 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 11 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 8 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 31 grams protein, Sodium 1.7 milligram of sodium

BACON MEATBALLS



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Make and share this Bacon Meatballs recipe from Food.com.

Provided by QueenJellyBean

Categories     Meat

Time 35m

Yield 24-30 meatballs, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 lbs hamburger
4 tablespoons oatmeal
1/4 cup onion, chopped
1 cup American cheese, shredded
1 tablespoon parmesan cheese
1/4 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons steak sauce
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 eggs
6 slices bacon, fried and crumbled

Steps:

  • Thoroughly combine all ingredients.
  • Form into 24-30 meatballs.
  • Place in a 9 x 13 pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 20-30 minutes until browned and cook through.
  • Yummy on meatball sandwiches with hawaiian barbecue sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 446, Fat 29.6, SaturatedFat 10.7, Cholesterol 188.1, Sodium 437, Carbohydrate 5.8, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 2.8, Protein 37.1

Tips:

  • For a more savory flavor, use freshly grated Parmesan cheese instead of pre-shredded.
  • For a crispy crust, make sure the meatballs are browned on all sides before baking.
  • If you don't have any bacon on hand, you can substitute pancetta or prosciutto.
  • To make sure the meatballs are cooked through, use a meat thermometer to check that they have reached an internal temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Serve the meatballs hot with your favorite dipping sauce, such as marinara sauce, ranch dressing, or honey mustard.

Conclusion:

These lemon olive bacon cheese meatballs are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They're perfect for parties or casual gatherings, and they're sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a new recipe to try, give these meatballs a shot. You won't be disappointed!

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