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Cocktail meatballs are a party favorite, but the calories add up fast. Cut fat and
calories (and add filling fiber) with a can of beans. Follow this formula to enjoy six

meatballs for around 200 calories and 7 grams of fat. By Caitlyn Diimig, RD

CANNELLINI
BEANS Look for
ground meat labeled
THAI
SEASONING 93 percent lean .
GROUND
PORK the meatballs juicy, while
PEANUT
SAUCE
CHICKPEAS
CHOPPED
PEANUTS GREEK
SEASONING
GREAT CRUSHED BLACK
NORTHERN RED GROUND BEANS
BEANS
PEPPER TURKEY
FAJITA
ITALIAN TZATZIKI SEASONING
SEASONING SAUCE
GROUND
GROUND BEEF FRESH DILL BEEF
MARINARA SALSA
SAUCE
VERDE
GRATED GREEN
PARMESAN
ONION

PHOTO: BRIE PASSANO; FOOD STYLING: GREG LUNA; PROP STYLING: SUE MITCHELL

BASE MEATBALLS TOTAL 35 MIN SERVES 9 (MAKES 4½ DOZEN) SUBMITTED BY SUSAN QUINN
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1 (15-OZ.) 1 CLOVE 1 EGG 1 TBSP. 1½ TSP. 1 TSP. ¼ TSP. 1¼ LB. ½ CUP

CAN GARLIC, WHITE WATER SALT-FREE SALT BLACK LEAN FINE DRY
NO-SALT- peeled SEASONING PEPPER GROUND BREAD
ADDED (Try Mrs. Dash MEAT CRUMBS
BEANS, rinsed or Penzeys
& drained Spices )

Pulse beans, garlic, egg white, water, salt-free seasoning, salt, and pepper in a DESIRED SAUCE & GARNISH,
food processor until smooth. Mix together bean mixture, ground meat, and bread FOR SERVING
crumbs in a large bowl. Do not overmix. Shape into 1-inch balls and put on a lightly
greased rimmed baking sheet. Bake in a 400°F oven 12 to 14 minutes, or until a
thermometer inserted in centers registers 165°F. Serve with desired sauce and garnish.

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