These Beef Stuffed Olives are an absolute powerhouse of flavor packed into a tiny, bite-sized package. Combining the tangy, briny pop of large green olives with savory ground beef and a crispy, golden Parmesan crust creates an effortless appetizer that tastes incredibly gourmet. They are perfect for holiday platters, casual cocktail parties, or as a unique finger food for your next gathering.
Ingredients:
| Ingredient |
Quantity |
| Large pitted green olives (drained) |
1 / jar (about 30 / to 36 / olives) |
| Ground beef |
1/2 / pound |
| Grated Parmesan cheese |
1 / cup |
Step-by-Step Directions:
Phase 1: Preparation and Stuffing
1.Oven and Sheet Setup: 5 min.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet or a shallow baking dish with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure a super easy cleanup later.
2.Stuff the Olives: 10 min.
Ensure your pitted green olives are thoroughly drained. Taking a small pinch of raw ground beef at a time, carefully press the meat into the hollow center of each olive. Fill the cavity completely, letting the beef mound slightly at the opening to ensure a hearty bite.
Phase 2: Coating and Baking
1.The Parmesan Roll: 5 min.
Pour your 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese into a shallow bowl. Take each stuffed olive and roll it thoroughly through the cheese, pressing gently so the Parmesan sticks well to the outside of the olive and the exposed beef core. Place them spaced apart on your prepared baking sheet.
2.Bake Until Golden: 18 to 22 minutes.
Slide the baking sheet onto the center rack of your preheated oven. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes. You are looking for the ground beef to be entirely cooked through and the Parmesan cheese coating to melt into a crisp, deeply golden-brown crust around the edges.
3.Cool and Serve: 5 min.
Remove from the oven and let the olives cool on the hot baking sheet for 3 to 5 minutes. This brief rest lets the cheese shell firm up so they hold their shape perfectly. Poke a toothpick into each one, serve warm, and watch them vanish!
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