Express
Mozzarella Bruschetta Beef Meatballs
with pesto Parmesan green beans and potatoes
Prep & Cook Time: 20-30 min.
Spice Level: Not Spicy
Cook Within: 4 days
Contains: Milk, Wheat
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Under %{max_calories} caloriesUnder 35g net carbs
Chef
Maija Barnes
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In Your Box (serves 4)
- 16 oz. Ground Beef
- 12 oz. Red Potatoes
- 12 oz. Green Beans
- 2 oz. Bruschetta
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2 oz. Shredded Mozzarella
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1 oz. Italian Panko Breadcrumbs
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1 oz. Shredded Parmesan Cheese
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1 oz. Basil Pesto
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1 oz. Creme Fraiche
- 1 tsp. Garlic Salt
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Nutrition (per serving)
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Calories500
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Carbohydrates31g
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Net Carbs27g
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Fat29g
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Protein32g
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Sodium940mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- 2 Large Non-Stick Pans
- 1 Mixing Bowl
Before You Cook
Cooking Guidelines
To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:
- Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
- Seafood 145° F |
- Chicken 165° F |
- Ground Beef 160° F |
- Ground Turkey 165° F |
- Ground Pork 160° F
Customize It Instructions
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If using ground pork, add meatballs to hot pan and cook until pork reaches minimum internal temperature, 10-15 minutes.
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If using ground turkey, add meatballs to hot pan and cook until turkey reaches minimum internal temperature, 11-13 minutes.
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1 Prepare the Potatoes
Place potatoes on a microwave-safe plate and microwave until tender, 5-6 minutes.
Carefully remove from microwave. Using the flat side of an object (like a drinking glass), press down gently to smash each potato until 1/2" thick.While potatoes heat, continue recipe. -
2 Form the Meatballs
In a mixing bowl, combine panko and 2 Tbsp. water. Let sit, 1 minute.
After 1 minute, add ground beef, crème fraîche, and 1/4 tsp. salt and thoroughly combine. Form mixture into 16 equally-sized meatballs. -
3 Cook the Potatoes and Green Beans
Trim green beans, if necessary.
Place a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat and add 1 tsp. olive oil. Add green beans to hot pan and stir occasionally, 1 minute.Add 1/4 cup water, cover, and stir occasionally until tender, 6-8 minutes.Uncover and add potatoes, garlic salt, and pesto. Stir occasionally until potatoes are browned, 4-6 minutes.Remove from burner.While vegetables cook, continue recipe. -
4 Cook Meatballs and Finish Dish
Place another large non-stick pan over medium heat and add 1 tsp. olive oil. Add meatballs to hot pan, cover, and roll occasionally until browned all over and meatballs reach a minimum internal temperature of 160 degrees, 8-10 minutes.
Top meatballs with mozzarella and let melt, 1-2 minutes. Remove from burner.Plate dish as pictured on front of card, topping meatballs with bruschetta and garnishing vegetables with Parmesan. Bon appétit!
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