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(NAPSI)-It doesn't take a special gift to add a delicious twist to holiday gatherings--just a new take on some party classics. For instance, meatballs are ideal because they are warm, enjoyable, bite-sized appetizers. But many holiday hosts don't know the Italian treats can be served in a number of tasty ways. You can find recipes for serving meatballs--in virtually every form from soups and salads to stews--in a new cookbook called "101 Things to do with Meatballs" from The New York Times best-selling author Stephanie Ashcraft. The book offers ideas for cooking with brands such as Casa Di Bertacchi meatballs, which are prepared with 100-percent boneless beef and seasoned with high-quality Italian ingredients, then seared and steamed in a traditional multigenerational Italian style. The cookbook is available for purchase online at www.gibbs-smith.com and is available for preorder on Amazon.com. Try this unique twist on a classic favorite: Ingredients 52 (2 lbs) frozen Casa Di Bertacchi fully cooked meatballs 1 can (16 oz) whole-berry cranberry sauce 1 cup barbecue sauce Slow Cooker Directions: • Place frozen meatballs in a 3½- to 5-quart slow cooker prepared with nonstick cooking spray. • In a bowl, stir together cranberry sauce and barbecue sauce. • Pour mixture over meatballs. Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or on high for 2½-3 hours. • During a party, meatballs can be left in the slow cooker on warm or low setting. • Serve as appetizers with toothpicks. Stovetop Directions: • Combine all ingredients in a 3- to 4-quart saucepan. • Cover and simmer over medium-low heat on the stove for 55-60 minutes, stirring occasionally until meatballs are heated through. • Serve immediately or place them in a chafing dish to keep them warm. The meatballs are available at Sam's Club. For more recipes and ideas, visit www.casameatballs.com. Seasonal treats such as holiday meatballs can help make a party memorable. |
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