Author: Marcia

Great Idea for Fathers Day Gift, Or Kitchen Gift, Or Quilting Gift

I found the greatest gift idea for Fathers Day.  It’s a spray bottle.  I know, what makes this spray bottle so amazing that it is worthy of “Father’s Day Gift Status” you ask?  Instead of spraying out droplets that are too large and leaking all 

Big Changes Are Coming Soon!

 Big changes are coming soon to my website.  I will be shifting away from the recipes (a little bit) and focusing (a little bit) more on quilts.  My hope is to start making available to you some patterns that I have developed (some free, some 

Meatballs That Are Delicious As An Appetizer Or Main And Healthy Too!

I have been making these delicious meatballs for years and that now thought to give the recipe to you.  What have I been thinking?!?  This meatball recipe is super quick to put together – but I still like to make a big batch, portion out and freeze individually so I can just pull however many I want out of the freeze when I have forgotten that I have to make dinner – you know, because I have been quilting all day and thought the kitchen faeries were going to cook.  Sigh!  I think I need to fire my kitchen faeries and get new ones.  They are not doing their jobs!

Asian Sweet and Sour Meatballs – makes about 40 meatballs

1/2 c finely chopped water chestnuts

1 t peeled and finely chopped ginger (divided in half)

1/3 c thinly sliced green onions with tops (I like to save a few tablespoons to use as garnish)

1 1/4 lb. ground turkey or beef (I actually use a combo of turkey and chicken)

1/2 c bread crumbs (I use seasoned Progresso)

3 T soy sauce

1 garlic clove, pressed or finely minced

1/4 c plum preserves

1/4 c Thai chili sauce with garlic

Preheat oven to 400 degrees

Combine the first seven ingredients  (remember to use only 1/2 t of the ginger) in a bowl mixing gently but thoroughly.  Portion out in about a rounded 2 T amount or use a small cookie scoop and shape into a ball.  Place in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes.  Remove from the oven and drain off the juices.

Combine the preserves, chili sauce, and the remaining ginger.  Mix well and pour over the meatballs.  Mix to coat evenly.  Return to the oven and baking another 15 minutes.  Stir before serving to redistribute the sauce and garnish.

As I said, these are great as an appetizer or as a main.  I like to cook them on the grill in the summer and serve with a fresh salad.  You can also use your favorite tomato sauce instead of the Sweet and Sour sauce.    Enjoy!