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This ain’t your grandma’s recipe! Normally, this dish is laid out flat, but these roll-ups are easier to manage, and seem tastier, somehow. Lasagna will never look the same, after you prep these roll-ups! Creamy and cheese, they make for the perfect portioning to a pleasant plate. This recipe also has a spicy little kick, to drum up even more yum!

Let’s hear it from our friends over at Kraft Recipes:

I loved this recipe. I have never made an actual lasagna and instead of going through all that work I tried this instead. I boiled 3 chicken breasts in water and seasoning for 20 minutes (and until no longer pink)then shredded it up and mixed it with the other ingredients. It came out with so much flavor and the spicy level is perfect. Not too hot and not too mild. My Italian husband who is a fanatic for pasta absolutely loved it as well. This will now be a regular for us.

 

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Quick tip: Garnish each serving with chopped fresh basil before serving.

This square pie begs for a try… or two or three.  Easy to share, the recipe feeds as many hungry mouths as you slice it. But watch out for those pesky pizza thieves! Seriously, folks, this pie is the pie in the sky, the Big Kahuna, the cat’s meow. I love it – well, duh! I’ve made it three times already, since I found this about a month ago! The second time was for a family gathering, and people were practically fighting over the last piece!

Pizza, pizza, pizza – America loves its Italian pies of perfection! But rather than using shredded cheese, which is rather popular, this dish takes advantage of fresh balls of mozzarella, and shreds of juicy basil. I get that this is an Italian delight, but I’m pretty sure that Jimmy Buffet is noshing on this delicious dish down in Margaritaville.

Recipe and photo courtesy of The Food Network

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Quick Tip: Easily double this recipe when feeding a crowd.

This is a light dish that, usually served in summer, is good all year round to cleanse the palates of the crowd. To me, cooking is just like other hobbies – occasionally I need to try something out of the ordinary to keep it interesting. Nothing seems more opposite than smoky meets and sweet melon, but that’s just why this combination works! Toss in a ball of creamy mozzarella, and you’ll be amazed at how something so simple, can taste so amazing!

Easy and elegant, these mini skewers will start the party off, without filling them up before the feast.  Drizzle on a balsamic reduction, or you can cheat with balsamic dressing, as well.  One melon makes about 20 skewers, but make sure you have enough prosciutto and mozzarella, if you plan on a large gathering, because these tasty tid-bits go fast!

Recipe and photo courtesy of  The Comfort of Cooking

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Quick tip: You can substitute another melon like honeydew or mango in place of cantaloupe.

Here’s a side this that can just as well be served as a lovely breakfast, an appetizer for a larger crowd or a quick lunch! This garlic cheese bread is such a breeze to make, you’re going to want to prepare one at least once a week. This is a treat that not only tastes delicious, but looks absolutely gorgeous, too.

Soft on the inside, with a crispy crust, the bread is sliced in such a way, that the herb butter and cheese can melt deep inside the loaf. This makes the dish not only delicious, but fun for the family to portion. Each piece leaving a gooey trail of hot cheese. This recipe calls for a  sourdough loaf. Due to the difficulty of making sour dough at home, you can use a store bought loaf. If you think you can make your own, or want to use a different kind, go right ahead. You can dip these cheesy bites in marinara sauce, or an herb infused olive oil.

Recipe and photo courtesy of Handle the Heat

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Quick tip: To make ahead, place the foil wrapped bread in the fridge overnight or in the freezer for a month, thawing before baking.

Do you have a special occasion or a party coming up? You’ve probably already figured out what your main course should be, but why not make things really fancy and serve some pretty amazing appetizers as well! No, it doesn’t have to be difficult or too time-consuming. In fact, I’ll prove it to you with this recipe!

Chances are, you probably already have these ingredients in your kitchen. Nevertheless, these appetizers come out of the oven so warmly delicious, no one will notice how simple they are to make. You can use a variety of dipping sauces with this dish, but some of the more popular ones include: Honey Mustard, Horseradish, Dijon Mustard, Ranch, and Ketchup. The roll makes about 8 slices, and takes approximately 60 minutes to make. You can also substitute the mozzarella for other cheeses, like Swiss. By the way, you may want to consider making a double batch… these are so delicious!

Recipe and photo courtesy of The Comfort of Cooking

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Quick tip: You can assemble the roll as early as a day prior to your event, and refrigerate.

It’s funny about meatballs. There’s something about them that makes them one of the most wanted dishes among kids – and adults as well. Sometimes it seems all they ever want to eat are meatballs and more meatballs! However, for me personally they tend to get a little boring after a while of using the same recipe. Don’t get me wrong – I love my Mom’s recipe, it’s super tasty – but no-one wants to eat the same thing all the time. Especially if it’s something you make rather often.

This meatball parmigiana recipe is very authentic. And not to mention super delicious! This is a great dish for family Italian night – the combination of meats gives these meatballs just the right texture and  flavor. I’ve also made these for game night with a house full of friends. I’m telling you, a plate full of these and a cold beer in your hand… it’s perfection!

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Quick Tip: These meatballs can be served with anything! Spaghetti, mashed potatoes, fries… pick your favorite!