Marsala Meatballs
Ingredients
For the meatballs
1 lb ground beef
1/2 lb ground pork
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 large egg
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp onion powder
2 tbsp olive oil, for browning
For the Marsala sauce
2 tbsp butter
8 oz mushrooms, sliced
1 small onion or 2 shallots, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
3/4 cup Marsala wine
1 1/2 cups beef broth
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tbsp flour or cornstarch slurry for thickening
1/2 tsp salt, or to taste
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp fresh thyme or 1/2 tsp dried thyme
1 tbsp fresh parsley or chives, for garnish
Instructions
1. Make the meatballs
In a large bowl, combine:
ground beef
ground pork
breadcrumbs
Parmesan
egg
garlic
parsley
salt
pepper
onion powder
Mix just until combined. Do not overmix.
Shape into 1 1/2-inch meatballs. You should get about 16 to 20 meatballs.
2. Brown the meatballs
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the meatballs in batches and brown on all sides for about 6 to 8 minutes total. They do not need to be fully cooked through yet.
Transfer them to a plate.
3. Cook the mushrooms and aromatics
In the same skillet, melt the butter.
Add the mushrooms and onion or shallots. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes until softened and lightly browned.
Add the garlic and thyme and cook for 30 seconds.
4. Make the Marsala sauce
Sprinkle in the flour and stir for 1 minute.
Pour in the Marsala wine and scrape up any browned bits from the pan. Let it simmer for 2 to 3 minutes.
Add the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer.
Season with salt and pepper.
5. Finish the dish
Return the meatballs to the skillet along with any juices from the plate.
Cover loosely and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the meatballs are fully cooked and the sauce has thickened.
If you want the sauce thicker, let it simmer uncovered for a few extra minutes.
6. Garnish and serve
Sprinkle with chopped parsley or chives before serving.
Lobster-Stuffed Shells with Creamy Alfredo Sauce
Ingredients
For the Shells
20 jumbo pasta shells
2 cups cooked lobster meat, chopped
1 cup ricotta cheese
1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
1 egg
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon parsley, chopped
Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Alfredo Sauce
4 tablespoons butter
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups heavy cream
1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Garnish
Fresh parsley
Extra Parmesan
Cracked black pepper
Instructions
Cook jumbo pasta shells according to package directions until al dente. Drain and let cool slightly.
In a bowl, combine lobster meat, ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, egg, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper.
Stuff each shell generously with the lobster mixture.
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
Pour in heavy cream and simmer for 3–4 minutes.
Stir in Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
Spread some Alfredo sauce into a baking dish.
Arrange stuffed shells in the dish and pour remaining sauce over the top.
Sprinkle with extra mozzarella and Parmesan if desired.
Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Garnish with parsley and cracked black pepper before serving.
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