Creating Monster Meatball Eyeballs is a straightforward process that allows you to unleash your creativity. Follow these steps for perfect meatballs:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare the Meatball Mixture: In a large bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
3. Form Meatballs: Shape the mixture into large meatballs, approximately the size of a golf ball.
4. Add Cheese: Insert a cube of mozzarella cheese in the center of each meatball, sealing it within the meat.
5. Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, making sure they are spaced evenly.
6. Bake: Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until they are cooked through and golden brown.
7. Add ‘Eyeballs’: Once the meatballs are cooked, remove them from the oven. Press a pitted black olive into the top of each meatball to represent the “eyeball.”
8. Heat Marinara Sauce: Warm additional marinara sauce in a small saucepan while the meatballs are baking.
9. Serve: Serve the meatballs on a platter, with the warm marinara sauce drizzled over the top or on the side for dipping.

These straightforward steps will help you create mouthwatering Monster Meatball Eyeballs in no time.