Cheese Stuffed Meatball Kabobs

The Italian dishes are all time favorites of meat lovers. They are loved for their richness and diversity. The fresh ingredients used in Italian dishes make them healthy choices as well. If you haven’t tried making Italian food at home, here is a mouth-watering Italian Meatball kabob recipe that you must try. You can serve them as snacks or as a main dish. It is a great choice for parties as well. 

Ingredients

1. 1 egg lightly beaten
2. One-third cup grated parmesan cheese
3. 2 crushed cloves of garlic
4. 2 teaspoon dried and crushed Italian seasoning
5. Salt as per taste
6. Black pepper as per taste
7. One and a half pound lean ground beef
8. 2 ounces chopped prosciutto
9. 10 half inch cubes of cow milk cheese
10. 10 artichoke hearts. If you are using the canned ones, drain them and halve them lengthwise
11. 10 ounce fresh cremini mushrooms
12. 2 cups grape tomatoes
13. 1 cup Balsamic Glaze
14. Fresh basil for garnishing (optional)

Directions

• Mix in egg, parmesan cheese, garlic, seasoning, salt, pepper, ground beef, and prosciutto in a bowl.
• Divide the mixture into 10 portions (or more if you want to make smaller sized balls). Take one part in your palm, flatten it up and place a cheese cube at the center. Roll it up to make a meatball.
• Skew the meatballs on a skewer along with artichokes, mushrooms, and tomatoes leaving one-fourth inch gap in between.
• Prepare Balsamic glaze and keep aside. You may buy the prepackaged one as well.
• Grill kabobs over medium heat for 10 to 12 minute, brushing with half of the Balsamic Glaze till the meat is done.
• Sprinkle the remaining glaze on the kabobs and if desired, garnish with basil. Serve hot.

This recipe is laden with meat, cheese, and many other healthy ingredients and therefore, is considered to be a healthy choice for kids and adults. For more such interesting recipes and party ideas, keep reading our blog.

Kids Birthday Party Recipe: Baked Macaroni And Peas

Your kid’s birthday party is the perfect time to explore the cook inside you and dish out some mouth-watering food that even the fussy eaters won’t be able to resist. If you are looking out for such interesting recipe, try this baked Macaroni and Peas recipe that is perfect for kids attending your party. This recipe doesn’t use any ingredient that might cause allergy and therefore, is considered to be safe for kids. However, we suggest you to check with the parents and find out if any of the invitees are allergic to certain food.

Ingredients

• 12 ounces of macaroni shells
• 1 cup fresh or frozen peas
• 1 medium head cauliflower, stem removed and broken into florets
• 3 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoon all purpose flour
• 13 ounces of coconut milk
• 2 teaspoon mace
• 2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon ground white pepper
• Grafted fresh nutmeg
• Paprika and chili powder (if desired)

How To Prepare

• Preheat the oven to 375 degree Fahrenheit.
• Boil 3-4 liters of water in an open pan, add the macaroni and cook as per the instructions mentioned on the package.
• Remove from heat, drain the water, and run the macaroni under cold water to prevent them from sticking together.
• Boil the peas for 1 to 2 minutes and drain immediately. Run them under cold water for 2 to 3 minutes.
• Pour water in a pot and place a metal steamer inside. Place the cauliflower florets on the steamer, cover with a lid, and cook over medium heat until the florets turn soft.
• Remove the cauliflower from the streamer and blend them with required quantity of warm water to make a smooth puree.
• Place a dry pan on the stove over medium to low heat, add the butter, and when the butter is completely melted, whisk in the flour. Cook for 2 to 5 minutes.
• When the roux turns light brown, add coconut milk, and whisk until the mixture starts thickening. This will take at least 5 minutes. Add the cauliflower puree, mace, garlic powder, and white pepper and whisk until the sauce becomes smooth. Cook for 5 minutes whisking occasionally.
• Remove from the heat and mix the boiled macaroni and pea mixture.
• Garnish with nutmeg, paprika and chili powder.
• You may bake this mixture in the oven for 30 minute by turning the broiler to high in order to give a crispy taste to this dish.

This dish is perfect for kids as well as adults. You can experiment with the garnishing to achieve the taste that your child and his guests would like such as oregano, garlic flakes, onion flakes, etc.