Family Meal Kit
One-Pan Beef Meatballs and Veggie Couscous
with crema
Prep & Cook Time: 35-45 min.
Spice Level: Medium
Cook Within: 5 days

Contains: Milk, Wheat
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Under %{max_calories} calories

Chef
Maija Barnes
Who's excited for piles of dishes that stretch from floor to ceiling? Anybody...anybody....Bueller...? Hey, no problem! These one pot (or pan), four-serving meals are made with you in mind. We designed them for family taste buds (even picky eaters), so it's all the fresh ingredients and delicious flavors you expect from Home Chef, but simplified to require just one pot or pan. No more hours amongst the suds; one pot, one pan, one happy family!
In Your Box (serves 4)
- 16 oz. Ground Beef
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- 2 Zucchini
- 8 oz. Grape Tomatoes
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- 2 tsp. Minced Garlic and Parsley
- 2 tsp. Portuguese Piri Piri Blend
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- 2 Dill Sprigs
Due to our just-in-time sourcing model, we may have to send you a substitute ingredient. Not to worry! We make sure every ingredient sent to you meets our high quality standards. We’ll keep you informed should a switch occur, so please check the ingredient labels in your meal bag.
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Nutrition (per serving)
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Calories470
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Carbohydrates38g
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Net Carbs35g
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Fat23g
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Protein28g
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Sodium1220mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- 2 Mixing Bowls
- 1 Large Non-Stick Pan
- 1 Plate
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 turkey, add meatballs to hot pan and cook until turkey reaches minimum internal temperature, 11-13 minutes.
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1 Prepare the Ingredients
Halve tomatoes. If you receive one whole tomato instead, not to worry; simply core tomato, cut into 1/2" dice, and proceed with recipe instructions. Alternatively, reserve half the raw tomatoes for snacking/serving on the side.
Trim zucchini ends, halve lengthwise, and cut into 1/2” half-moons. Zucchini quantity may vary, but total weight will remain the same. Don't worry; recipe instructions are not impacted.Stem and mince dill. -
2 Form the Meatballs
In a mixing bowl, combine panko and 2 Tbsp. water. Let sit, 1 minute.
After 1 minute, add ground beef, dill, piri piri seasoning (use less if spice-averse), and 1/2 tsp. salt. Form mixture into 16 evenly-sized meatballs.Kids not a fan of extra heat? Feel free to skip/reduce the piri piri seasoning. -
3 Cook the Meatballs
Place a large non-stick pan over medium heat and add 2 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, 12-15 minutes.Remove from burner. Transfer meatballs to a plate and tent with foil. Wipe pan clean and return to medium heat. -
4 Make the Couscous
Add 1 tsp. olive oil, zucchini, and tomatoes to hot pan. Stir occasionally until tender, 4-6 minutes.
Add couscous, buttermilk-dill seasoning, and 1/2 tsp. salt. Stir occasionally until heated through, 3-4 minutes.Remove from burner. -
5 Make Crema and Finish Dish
In another mixing bowl, combine sour cream, minced garlic and parsley, and 2 tsp. water. Set aside.
If too thick, add additional water, 1 tsp. at a time, until desired consistency is reached.Plate dish as pictured on front of card, topping couscous with meatballs and garnishing with crema. Bon appétit!
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