This post is sponsored by Cooked Perfect. All comments and opinions are my own.

Shepherd's Pie Crostini

The holidays are always so much fun but with everything that needs to be done, it can be a crazy busy time of year. There are gifts to wrap, parties to plan and of course lots of cooking that will have to be done!

I am always looking for shortcuts to help me with dinner and with my holiday meals as well. At my house meatballs are at the top of everyone’s wish list! That’s why I keep my freezer stocked with Cooked Perfect Meatballs. We love the taste and I love how versatile they are.

I can whip up a delicious meal in a flash and my guys will come running to the table. No matter if it’s a meatball sub, a tasty meatball pizza or even a big bowl of spaghetti and meatballs—I can create so many different dishes that are sure to make everyone happy. Plus since Cooked Perfect Meatballs are fully cooked and only take minutes to prepare in a microwave oven or stove top, I can have dinner on the table fast.

They are also perfect for my holiday get togethers. They cut down my prep time so that I can actually spend time with my guests rather than being stuck in the kitchen. With so many different varieties I can create lots of tasty appetizers and meals. Cooked Perfect Meatballs come in a variety of delicious flavors including:

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  • Homestyle
  • Angus Beef
  • Turkey

Be sure to print your coupon and you can score a super deal next time you shop at Publix. The coupon will only be available through 12/31 so don’t dilly dally!

Cooked Perfect Meatballs 2/$10
–$1.50 off one Cooked Perfect Meatballs
$3.50 after coupon.

Grab your coupon and a few ingredients and whip up this fantastic recipe for Shepherd’s Pie Crostini and serve up a delicious holiday appetizer that your guests will devour. These little bites are crazy good and are the perfect little handheld that will have your guest coming back for seconds, thirds and more! The best part is that they are so easy to make. You can have a big batch made in no time flat. Plus if you make a big batch of potatoes, you can easily heat them up and replenish your tray as needed throughout the night in just minutes!

I have already made a batch and it was a hit at my house and has already been requested at my next function! Here’s the recipe so you can serve it up at your next get together.

Shepherd’s Pie Crostini
Ingredients
  • 26 oz. bag of Cooked Perfect Italian Style Meatballs
  • Mashed Potatoes
  • French bread loaf, sliced
  • 3 Tablespoons butter
  • Gravy
  • Chives, chopped
Instructions
  1. Bake meatballs according to package instructions and keep warm.
  2. Generously butter crostini slices with an even coating and bake until crispy golden brown.
  3. Spoon 1 1/2 tablespoons of mashed potatoes onto each crostini slice.
  4. Press one meatball into each mashed potato scoop.
  5. To finish, simply top with gravy and garnish with chive.

For more great holiday recipes visit the Cooked Perfect website.

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