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Meatball Parmigiana Sliders<\/span>  <\/span><\/div>\n
These are so delicious; everyone will love these! They are perfect for spicing up your kids’ lunches (if you homeschool like me) or for anytime.<\/span> <\/div>\n
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These meatballs are coated in a marinara sauce, smothered in cheese, and topped with a toasted slider bun; the perfect bite!<\/span><\/div>\n
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Ingredients for the meatballs:<\/span><\/b><\/u><\/div>\n
2 slices white bread torn into 1-inch pieces<\/span><\/div>\n
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1\/2 cup whole milk<\/span><\/div>\n
8 ounces ground beef\/pork and veal…I just used ground beef and tasted delicious!<\/span><\/div>\n
1\/2 cup finely grated parmesan cheese<\/span><\/div>\n
3 tbsp. chopped flat leaf parsley<\/span><\/div>\n
1 garlic clove, minced<\/span><\/div>\n
1 large egg<\/span><\/div>\n
course salt<\/span><\/div>\n
marinara sauce (recipe below)<\/span><\/div>\n

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For the Sandwiches:<\/span><\/b><\/u><\/div>\n
2 dozen rolls, such as brioche or small dinner rolls, split<\/span><\/div>\n
1 1\/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese<\/span><\/div>\n
small basil leaves<\/span><\/div>\n

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Directions:<\/span><\/b><\/u><\/div>\n
Make the meatballs: Soak bread in milk for 5 minutes. Gently mix bread and milk with meats, Parmesan, parsley, garlic, egg and 1 tsp. salt. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.<\/span><\/div>\n

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PPM: Prepare meatballs and marinara sauce in advance to reheat for a meal on the quick!<\/b><\/span><\/div>\n
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Roll meatballs into small balls the size of a golfball<\/span><\/div>\n

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Heat sauce in a large heavy pot over medium heat. Drop meatballs into sace, and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook, partially covered, until meatballs are cooked through, 20-25 minutes. <\/span><\/div>\n

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Make the sandwiches: Preheat the voen to 400 degrees. Working in batches, arrange rolls on baking sheet. Place 1-2 meatballs, a spoon of sauce and about 1 tbsp. of mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.<\/span><\/div>\n

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Bake until cheese melts, about 3 minutes. Sandwich with the basil.<\/span><\/div>\n
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Marinara Sauce:<\/span><\/b><\/u><\/div>\n
3 tbsp. evoo (extra-virgin olive oil)<\/span><\/div>\n
1 medium onion, chopped<\/span><\/div>\n
4 garlic cloves, minced<\/span><\/div>\n
1 can diced tomatoes (28 oz. can) <\/span><\/div>\n
1 can tomato sauce (28 oz. can)<\/span><\/div>\n
1\/2 tsp. crushed red-pepper flakes<\/span><\/div>\n
coarse salt and pepper<\/span><\/div>\n
1\/4 cup fresh basil, leaves torn (or 2 tsp. dried)<\/span><\/div>\n
1 tbsp. fresh oregano or 1 tsp. dried<\/span><\/div>\n

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Heat oil in a large heavy pot over medium heat. Cook onion and garlic until soft and translucent, about 8 minutes. Add tomatoes, red-pepper flakes, 1 tsp salt, and some pepper. Simmer, covered, until thick, 25 minutes. Stir in fresh herbs if using.<\/span><\/div>\n
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Adapted from Martha Stewart Living magazine January 2011 <\/span><\/div>\n

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Delicious tortilla yogurt fruit cups<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n
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These are fast, good for you and delicious! The tortilla is brushed with melted butter, dusted with cinnamon and sugar and toasted until crispy. Filled with a strawberry Greek yogurt and topped with your favorite berries; a nutritious way to enjoy dessert!<\/span><\/div>\n
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Printable Recipe<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n
Ingredients:<\/span><\/b><\/u><\/div>\n
fajita tortillas<\/span><\/div>\n
1\/4 cup melted butter <\/span><\/div>\n
cinnamon and sugar<\/span><\/div>\n
strawberry Greek yogurt<\/span><\/div>\n
berries (I used blueberries and strawberries…they were on sale)<\/span><\/div>\n
whipped cream<\/span><\/div>\n

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Directions:<\/span><\/b><\/u><\/div>\n
Place your tortilla(s) on a flat surface and cut a smaller circle around it with just a knife. Lightly brush with your melted butter and sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar. Place in a muffin tin, folding in the sides a little to fit. Heat your oven to broil and bake for only 3 minutes or until your sweet tortillas are lightly toasted. <\/span><\/div>\n
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Take out, put on plate and put a small spoon of your yogurt and berries. Dollop some whipped cream and viola! A delicious dessert…yummy!<\/span><\/div>\n

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Jenny<\/span><\/i><\/span><\/p>\n


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