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Spaghetti and meatballs
Spaghetti and meatballs is pure comfort food. Make meatballs by combining 1 pound ground beef with 2 chopped onions, parsley, 1 egg and some salt and pepper. Brown the meatballs in a pan with a bit of oil. Add 1 can crushed tomatoes, and simmer for 5-10 minutes. Meanwhile, cook your spaghetti till al dente. Once done, strain the pasta, transfer to a plate and coat with the meatball sauce. So easy to make, and your kids will devour it!
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These salted caramel thumbprint cookies are easy to make and super delicious!
INGREDIENTS:
- 1/4 cup / 50g of softened butter
- 1 egg (divide the yolk and white)
- 1/4 cup / 50g of sugar
- Pinch of sea salt
- 1 cup / 150g of flour
- 1 cup / 100g of chopped nuts
- Salted caramel
- Melted dark chocolate
METHOD:
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In a bowl, mix together the butter, egg yolk, sugar, and salt.
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Add the flour and mix. Roll into a ball.
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Chill for 30 minutes.
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Remove from refrigerator. Divide the dough and roll into 1-inch balls.
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Dip each ball in egg yolk, and then roll in chopped nuts.
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Place on baking sheet (lined with parchment paper), and press your thumb into the center.
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Bake at 340°F/170°C for 12 minutes, or until golden.
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Remove from oven and let cool.
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Pour the salted caramel into the center groove,and drizzle with dark chocolate.
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Enjoy!
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