It doesn’t take a special gift to add a delicious twist to spring and summer gatherings – just a new take on some affordable party classics.
Meatballs, for instance, can be great for delicious meals or for any kind of gathering. These tasty, bite-sized appetizers are always a party favorite and are a great entertaining value. They even make a delicious mini-meal or snack for someone looking for a quick dish on the go. But many people forget about this convenient, popular party staple when the weather turns warm.
Hosts and hostesses will be happy to know that there are a variety of recipes and menus that can make meatballs the hit of every spring party. Simply adding a few great ingredients to high quality, authentic meatballs can create the platter that needs to be restocked most often during any festivity! And, they help make meal-time and entertaining on a budget easier.
Casa Di Bertacchi Italian-style meatballs are available in Sam’s Clubs nationwide. Farm Rich meatballs are available in two varieties, Original and Italian-style, and are sold in major grocery chains across the country. Both made using an authentic family recipe, seasoned with high quality ingredients, then seared and steamed in the traditional, multi-generational Italian way. The meatballs are fully cooked. Simply heat and serve for fast, easy, and enjoyable dining solutions!
The Cookbook is Here!
Casa Di Bertacchi and Farm Rich are excited to announce the culmination of a collaborative effort with New York Times best-selling author Stephanie Ashcraft: the publication of her newest recipe book, 101 Things To Do with Meatballs.
In her new book, Ashcraft features meatballs in a variety of recipes, from light soups, salads, and appetizers to pasta and rice dishes. She includes so many quick and easy recipe ideas that no one will ever again wonder what to make with meatballs!
“I wrote this book of 101 new, delicious meatball recipes because meatballs are one of the favorite foods of my childhood,” said Ashcraft. “Meatball dishes remind me of wonderful social gatherings when everyone is in the kitchen cooking and enjoying quality time together. To me, they’re a great comfort food that I love serving as a meal or appetizer. I hope these simple, delicious and nutritious recipes help others to rekindle memories of those precious times with family and friends that we cherished as children. And with so many recipes, there is something for everyone and every occasion.”
Some of the recipes in the book include Mini Meatball Hamburgers, Meatball Bruschetta, Caesar Meatball Kabobs, and Yummy Stuffed Pitas. There’s even an Enchilada Meatballs recipe that’s perfect for a Mexican fiesta!
101 Things To Do with Meatballs is now available in select bookstores nationwide, and is also available for purchase online at www.gibbs-smith.com and at www.amazon.com. Also, many of the recipes can be viewed on Casa Di Bertacchi’s new website, www.CasaMeatballs.com. The website, which is a showcase of all things special about authentic Italian meatballs, also provides an outstanding collection of delicious and innovative recipes. It truly offers something for people of all ages!
Whether hosting a shower or graduation celebration, try this meatball recipe with an elegant warm weather twist, courtesy of Ashcraft and the 101 Cookbook. For more information and great recipes, visit www.CasaMeatballs.com or FarmRichFun.com. Additional ideas are also available on the popular website, Clubentertaining.com.
Feta Meatballs with Cucumber Yogurt Sauce
Makes 6 servings
Ingredients:
Cucumber Yogurt Sauce:
Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Place frozen meatballs in the bottom of an 8 x 8- inch pan with 1/2 inch of water and bake 40 minutes. While the meatballs cook, place all yogurt sauce ingredients in a blender or food processor and blend until smooth. Pour the sauce in a bowl for dipping and refrigerate until ready to serve. Place baked meatballs on a serving platter and sprinkle with cheese.
Serve immediately with toothpicks and the yogurt sauce on the side.
SOURCE Casa Di Bertacchi