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Dad’s Sweet and Sour Meatballs

This past weekend, my brother, Jake, got married. His request for the luncheon was, “I don’t care. I just want dad’s meatballs!” And who wouldn’t? I requested them for my firstborn’s baby blessing celebration, my husband requested them for his birthday dinner, and they’ve also made appearances at other weddings, campouts, and parties. When my neighbors returned home from the hospital after surgery, I brought their family the comfort of these meatballs to their dinner table, and you should have seen the smile on their faces as they returned the dishes.

Those who know my dad know that he cooks for armies of people at a time, and he always cooks to please. Well, these meatballs never disappoint, and after the wedding luncheon this weekend the noise from the kitchen was not that of staff cleaning up, but the crowd of salivating guests looking for the meatball recipe. If you missed the luncheon, or weren’t invited, I’m sorry for your loss. However, there is a glimmer of hope on the horizon of your computer screen. Behold, Dad’s Sweet and Sour Meatballs via the world wide web.

Prep Time:
10 min.

Cook Time:
1 hour

Ready In:
1 hour 10 min.

Servings:
12 ish (50 meatballs approximately)

Ingredients

  • 1/3 pkg. costco meatballs (about 50 meatballs, 32 oz)
  • 1 20-oz. can pineapple chunks or tidbits
  • 1/2 c. brown sugar
  • 3/4 c. ketchup
  • 1/4 c. vinegar
  • 2 T. soy sauce
  • 2 T. corn starch
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, diced in 1″ squares
  • 1 lg. bell pepper, diced in 1″ squares
  • 1″ cube fresh ginger, minced

Directions

  1. Line dutch oven with foil.
  2. Add ingredients and cook 1 hour at 350.

Footnotes

  • Leftovers are yummy, too. This recipe is both a great appetizer or main dish.

Posted by lanichristensen on August 22nd, 2010.
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Inside-Out Grilled Ham & Cheese

This sandwich really hit the spot and it was easy to make!

Inside-Out Grilled Ham and Cheese

Here is my recipe for Grilled Ham & Cheese

Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
Deli Sliced Black Forest Ham
Provolone Cheese
Wheat Bread
Garlic Salt
Butter Spread

Start with a non-stick pan on medium heat. Spray with cooking spray or coat with butter. Butter 2 slices of bread. Press shredded mozzarella onto buttered side of bread and place one slice, cheese side down, in pan. Layer the provolone and the ham on top of the bread (i usually assemble this in the pan). Sprinkle garlic salt to taste (careful, a little goes a long way). Place the other slice of bread on top with the cheese side facing up.

Watch for the shredded cheese to start browning around the edges. When it browns a little, it’s time to flip. (tip: spray your flipper with cooking spray for easy flipping) Once both sides are browned, take it out of the pan and let it sit for 3-5 mins. I usually eat this with a glass of milk and my favorite BBQ sauce.

Total Prep, Cook, & Cleanup time: 10-15 mins

Posted by Micah on October 4th, 2009.
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