Giada De Laurentiis' Meatballs A La Pizzaiola | Just A Pinch Recipes

Ingredients

• 8 ounce(s) mozzarella cheese, smoked
• 2 large shallots, chopped
• 1/4 cup(s) (5 to 6) sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained
• 1/3 cup(s) basil leaves, fresh
• 1/3 cup(s) mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1/4 cup(s) parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 tablespoon(s) tomato paste
• 3/4 teaspoon(s) red pepper flakes
• - kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
• 1 1/2 pound(s) ground beef chuck (80% lean)
• 1 pound(s) ground pork
• - olive oil, for frying
• - vegetable oil, for frying
• - marinara sauce, warmed, for serving (optional)