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Bacon-Wrapped Abruzzese Meatballs

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Total Time:
35 mins
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Skill Level:
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Servings:
6 Servings

This recipe for bacon-wrapped Abruzzese meatballs simmering in a savory-sweet wine sauce will easily win over guests. Be sure to make a doub View More expand_more

This recipe for bacon-wrapped Abruzzese meatballs simmering in a savory-sweet wine sauce will easily win over guests. Be sure to make a double batch—it’s impossible to stop at just one!

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Bacon-Wrapped Abruzzese Meatballs
alarm
Total Time:
35 mins
school
Skill Level:
Beginner
restaurant_menu
Servings:
6 Servings

Ingredients


Product ImageAbruzzese Italian Style Meatballs
  • 1 pack Carando Abruzzese meatballs1 pack
  • 6 slices Center Cut Bacon6 slices
  • 1 cup Golden Raisins1 cup
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh garlic, minced1 tablespoon
  • 2 tablespoons Shallot, minced2 tablespoons
  • 3.5 ounces Capers, drained3.5 ounces
  • 1/2 cup White wine1/2 cup
  • 3 tablespoons Fresh dill, chopped3 tablespoons

Instructions


  1. Preheat the oven to 375ºF

  2. Cut the slices of bacon in half, then wrap one piece of bacon around each meatball and secure the bacon with a toothpick

  3. Place the meatballs on a lined baking sheet and bake for about 25 minutes, turning once halfway through the cook time, or until the meatballs reach an internal temperature of 160ºF and the bacon is cooked

  4. While the meatballs are cooking, combine the raisins, garlic, shallot, capers, and wine in a small saucepan and bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, and cook for about 5 minutes. Allow to cool slightly

  5. When the mixture has cooled, puree the mixture in the beaker of a blender and transfer to a bowl

  6. When the meatballs are done, brush each with the glaze and transfer to a platter, leaving the toothpicks in place for easy pick up

  7. Sprinkle the dill over the meatballs and serve immediately

Life is Delicious. Savor It.

Ingredients


  • 1 pack Carando Abruzzese meatballs1 pack
  • 6 slices Center Cut Bacon6 slices
  • 1 cup Golden Raisins1 cup
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh garlic, minced1 tablespoon
  • 2 tablespoons Shallot, minced2 tablespoons
  • 3.5 ounces Capers, drained3.5 ounces
  • 1/2 cup White wine1/2 cup
  • 3 tablespoons Fresh dill, chopped3 tablespoons

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