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World’s Best Meatballs

I know, calling this recipe World’s Best Meatballs is a huge statement. But guys, these are actually the absolute best. Maybe it’s the addition of a little sausage meat, or the Italian spices or Parmesan cheese, but whatever it is, it just works. To me, spaghetti and meatballs is probably my favourite comfort food, and I could definitely go for a little comfort right now.

I’m in a bit of a rut right now. Maybe it’s because it’s mid March and it. is. still. snowing. Or maybe it’s because I’m less than a month away from my twentieth birthday, which is a scary thought. Maybe it’s because since January I have been burning the candle from both ends. Or maybe it’s because I have five finals and seven assignments due within the next three weeks. If this was a multiple choice question, the answer would be D. All of the above.

So how does one get themselves out of said rut? I’ve been trying to spend more time doing things I love, like watching 2 hours of Dance Moms. I’ve also been trying to get back into the kitchen, my happy place. The past couple of months have been a little slow and my oven is feeling a little lonely. These meatballs are the kind of dish that will get you excited to get into the kitchen because they are so delicious – you’ll never go back to your old meatball recipe again!

World’s Best Meatballs (makes 24 med/large meatballs)
Recipe by Lou

Ingredients

1 lb ground turkey
1 lb hot Italian sausage meat
1 egg
1/4 cup flour (can easily substitute a gluten free flour here – I’ve used rice flour before.)
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 tbsp milk
2 tbsp Parmesan cheese
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp dried basil
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp salt

Directions

Preheat oven to 375 degrees and lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.

In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. I like to use my hands for this, it’s easier than with a spoon. Shape into 24 meatballs and place on the baking sheet.

Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes or until fully cooked.

To make a quick, easy and delicious weeknight dinner, I like to serve my World’s Best Meatballs meatballs with my favourite Easy Spaghetti Sauce.

- Lou

Appetizer Meatballs

I know there are others out there like me, we’re the ones who are just not really into the Superbowl. Football isn’t really my thing. I’m more into figure skating, or soccer, or food. Which isn’t a sport, but it should be. So while North America is gearing up for the big game, I’m gearing up for the big night. We’re well on our way to The Oscars; The Critics Choice are a distant memory and The Golden Globes have come and gone, all that’s left is that coveted golden statue, Oscar. You see, there are tons of Oscar categories that unfortunately, go unnoticed. One of my favourite “under the radar” categories is the Best Original Score. Have you ever taken the time to listen to a score? They are beautiful, and they add so much to a film.

It’s only recently that I’ve begun to notice scores, but I’m so glad that I did. Not only are they stunning, they help me concentrate. Everyone has those times when things have to get serious. You throw your hair into a messy bun and set a plan to get all your readings done, or to reply to all of your emails or to write a couple of blog posts. It’s during those times when focusing is necessary that I turn to film scores to help me concentrate. One of my favourite websites, 8tracks.com has amazing playlists of movie scores. This is one of my current favourites as well as this playlist. Also, as you all know I love Harry Potter so naturally, I love listening the Harry Potter scores, they bring back so many memories.

Appetizer Meatballs (makes 40 small meatballs)
Recipe by Lou

Ingredients

1 1/2 lbs minced pork
1/4 cup milk
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
1 egg
1/4 cup flour
2 1/2 tsp paprika
3/4 tsp cayenne
3/4 tsp cumin
3/4 tsp oregano
3/4 tsp black pepper

Directions

Preheat oven to 375 degrees.

In a large bowl, mix together all ingredients for the meatballs.

Using your hands, roll out 40 small meatballs. Place on a lightly oiled baking sheet.

Cook in the oven for 25-30 minutes or until fully cooked. Serve with toothpicks.

Have a great Superbowl Sunday everyone, I’ll be off listening to my film scores.

- Lou