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Best Frozen Meatballs

If you’re looking for easy meal ideas that are perfect at the end of a hot summer day, then these recipes featuring the best frozen meatballs are just the thing.

https://telegra.ph/Summer-Meals-Featuring-Meatballs-04-12

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Meatball Sandwiches

Whether it’s game day, a celebration day, or simply a plain old Saturday, meatballs subs make the perfect meal. They’re quick to prepare, especially if you start with the best frozen meatballs, easy to use for feeding a crowd, and they always feel special and festive. Here are two variations of a classic meatball sub you’re sure to love:

Meatball Pizza Sliders

Pizza and meatballs together in one savory sandwich? Yum.

Ingredients

1 bag frozen Farm Rich Homestyle Meatballs

1 jar of your favorite marinara sauce

9 slices fresh mozzarella cheese

1 dozen bakery slider rolls

2.25 oz can sliced olives

8 oz package fresh sliced mushrooms

6 oz package pepperoni

Optional – other pizza toppings such as peppers, onions, ham, etc.

4 Tbsp butter, melted

pinch of garlic salt

1 tsp fresh basil

1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

  Instructions

•         Cook meatballs per package instructions.

•         While the meatballs cook, slice the slider rolls.

•         Tip: It’s easier and faster to prepare the sliders if you place the rolls close together – touching – on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. This way, you can work with all the sliders at once rather than one at a time.

•         Spread the bottom half of the rolls with ½ of the marinara sauce.

•         Add a layer of pepperoni followed by the mushrooms and olives.

•         Add cooked meatballs and sliced mozzarella.

•         Cover with remaining marinara sauce.

•         Cover with the top half of the rolls.

•         Mix garlic salt and basil into the melted butter and brush onto the tops of the rolls.

•         Bake the sliders at 350 for 15-18 minutes until the cheese is melted

•         Serve immediately.

   Meatball and Pesto Panini

This recipe includes instructions for a testy homemade pesto, but you can use your favorite store-bought version to make this even faster and easier to serve.

Ingredients For the pesto:

1.5 cups of Italian flat leaf parsley, packed

2 cloves of garlic

Zest from 1 lemon

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

¼ cup roasted, unsalted cashews, peanuts, or walnuts

2-3 tablespoons grated pecorino romano cheese

¼ cup EVOO

¼ teaspoon kosher Salt

Fresh ground pepper

For the sandwich:

1 package frozen Farm Rich Italian Style Meatballs

1 loaf high-quality ciabatta bread

1 cup mayo

1 jar of giardiniera (pickled veggie relish)

Sliced provolone or mozzarella cheese

Olive Oil

Instructions

•         Cook meatballs according to package instructions.

•         To make the pesto:

o   Add the nuts to a food processor and pulse for 10 seconds.

o   Add all remaining ingredients except cheese and olive oil and process until everything is well combined, about 10-15 seconds.

o   With the machine running, drizzle in the olive oil and process until smooth.

o   Add the cheese and process an additional 10 seconds.

o   Turn the machine off and taste the pesto

▪          Add more cheese or lemon juice if necessary

▪          If the consistency is dry, turn the machine back on and add 2-4 tablespoons more of oil.

o   In a separate bowl, mix a cup of the pesto with the mayo and set aside.

•         To assemble the sandwiches:

o   Slice the ciabatta into sandwich-sized portions

o   Spread each half of bread with pesto/mayo combo

o   Top with sliced cheese and giardiniera

o   Slice the meatballs in half and layer them atop the cheese.

o   Add more cheese and place the tops of bread on the sandwich

o   Preheat a grill pan or panini press. Brush with oil.

o   Grill each panini for 5-7 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the sandwich is nice and flat.

•         Enjoy!

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What can you do to spice up spaghetti without altering its key features – ingredients always at the ready, minimal prep, and loved by all? Add meatballs. Read on to learn why frozen meatballs are the perfect answer to adding zip to dinner this week.

https://www.cookingbureau.com/spaghetti-and-meatballs.html

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The True Value of Comfort Foods

The True Value of Comfort Foods

What is comfort food? The answer is different for everyone, but when you eat one, you instantly recognize it. Comfort foods aren’t simply satisfying to eat; they bring contentment, nostalgia, and a sense of well-being. Comfort foods have been found to do the following:

●        Remind people of social ties and reduce feelings of loneliness. Many times, the comfort comes with memories of positive special occasions and close relationships.

●        Elevate the mood or prevent the mood from declining.

●        Reduce stress. Yummy foods can cause the body to release serotonin and opiates, creating a sense of pleasure and contentment.

●        Trigger memories. Families, countries, and cultures have their own foods. Even just smelling an apple pie, onions, or spices can resurrect memories.

 When you think of comfort foods, you might think of unhealthy choices that lack nutritional value but make up for that deficiency by making you feel better in the ways described above. But comfort foods are any foods, healthy or unhealthy, that have meaning for you. It’s not about the food, it’s about what the food means to you.

 During the pandemic, many folks have filled their homes with things that make life comfortable—stretchy pants, cozy socks, and comfort foods. These creature comforts are important; self-care is critical, especially in times of uncertainty. Are you looking to add more comfort foods to your table? Here are a few ideas to try:

●        Organic mozzarella cheese sticks. These bites of melty cheese and crispy breading are delicious. They cook up quickly in your oven or air fryer and are perfect for a snack on a cold afternoon.

●        Popcorn. Buttery, salty popcorn while curled up on the sofa in your stretchy pants and cozy socks is a perfect recipe for comfort.

●        Grilled cheese sandwich. Oh my. Thick, toasted sourdough bread slathered with butter and filled with melted cheese is pure heaven. You can add a cup of tomato soup on the side to make the moment complete.

●        Soup. What is it about soup that feels so amazing? Everyone has a comfort food soup. Is yours chicken noodle? Matzo ball? Chili? A hearty beef stew?

●        Mashed Potatoes. A plate of mashed potatoes on a Sunday afternoon might take you right back to your grandmother’s kitchen. Served with a pad of melted butter or a spoonful of rich, flavorful gravy, mashed potatoes are endlessly comforting.

 Craving Comfort

The craving for comfort is real. Satisfy that craving with comfort foods that elevate your mood and remind you of how sweet and good life is. It’s not about the food, it’s about its significance for you. Discover your favorite comfort foods, and then add them to your menu this week.

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What’s for dinner?

The next time someone asks, “what’s for dinner,” you can use these meal ideas to help you answer confidently, “meatballs.”

https://informvest.net/whats-for-dinner/

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What Makes a Great Mozzarella Stick?

Mozzarella sticks are loved by many, so if you are wondering what makes them so great and why it is such a crowd-pleaser, read on to find your answer.

https://articlescad.com/what-makes-a-great-mozzarella-stick-154315.html

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Fall Appetizer Favorites

Don’t wait for a special occasion to serve the tastes of fall. Create your own special occasion with one of these delectable fall flavors.

https://casapatronrestaurant.com/fall-appetizer-favorites.html

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Dinner in a Snap: Spaghetti and Meatballs

Have you ever wished you could snap your fingers and have a delicious dinner that everyone will eat appear on your table. With the help of the best frozen meatballs for spaghetti, you can have a hearty supper on the table fast. Here are three tasty variations to try at your house this week.

https://telegra.ph/Dinner-in-a-Snap-Spaghetti-and-Meatballs-10-21

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Is Cheese the Perfect Party Food?

If you take a moment to think about it, chances are you’ll discover that some kind of cheese has been served at every party you’ve ever been to. Whether it’s classic cheese on a burger, a spicy cheese dip, a savory cheese fondue, or an elegant baked brie, cheese shows up to every party and every celebration. Here are a few favorite ways to serve everyone’s favorite party food.

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Beyond the Nugget

If you’re a parent, looking for snack ideas beyond the ubiquitous chicken nugget needs no explanation. Here are 5 alternatives to chicken nuggets to appeal to your picky eaters.

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