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A Bit of Italy…for Pups!

Mutt Meatballs

Ingredients

1 lb. lean ground beef or sirloin

2/3 C grated cheddar cheese

Directions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Combine all ingredients in a medium-sized bowl.

1 large carrot, finely chopped

3⁄4 C bread crumbs

1 egg, whisked

6 tablespoons tomato paste (low sodium)

Bake for 15 to 20 minutes.

Cool before serving.

Scoop out by the spoonful & roll into mini-sized meatballs.

Place meatballs on a cookie sheet with non-fat cooking spray.

Store the extra in a container with a lid in the refrigerator.

Recipe from “Real Food for Dogs” Book

Ristorante Massimo offers guests worldclass Italian cuisine and the finest hospitality found in only the most celebrated restaurants. From innovative concepts to timeless Italian favorites, each dish is handcrafted and made with great attention to detail by our award-winning executive Chef Jethro Loichle. The restaurant (and I!) have been a staple in Portsmouth since 1994.

When I’m not greeting our loyal guests or meeting new ones, I’m usually home loving my two loyal shaggy dogs, Mia & Logan! I hope you’ll stop in soon for a cocktail, some small bites or a full-course meal. The restaurant is a cozy place to spend a winter evening!

Cheers & Saluto…Massimo