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    "title": "Chicken Ricotta Meatballs in Spinach Alfredo Sauce",
    "ingredients": [
        "1 lb ground chicken",
        "1/2 cup ricotta cheese",
        "1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated",
        "1/2 cup breadcrumbs",
        "1 egg",
        "2 cloves garlic, minced",
        "1 tsp Italian seasoning",
        "1/2 tsp salt",
        "1/2 tsp black pepper",
        "1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)"
    ],
    "instructions": [
        "Make meatball mixture:",
        "In a bowl, combine ground chicken, ricotta, parmesan, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.",
        "Shape meatballs:",
        "Form into small meatballs (about 1.5 inches).",
        "Cook meatballs:",
        "Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook meatballs for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.",
        "Make Alfredo sauce:",
        "In the same pan, melt butter and sauté garlic for 30 seconds. Add heavy cream and simmer for 3-4 minutes.",
        "Add cheese & spinach:",
        "Combine:",
        "Return meatballs to the pan and simmer in the sauce for 5-7 minutes until coated and heated through.",
        "Serve:"
    ],
    "notes": "Tips\nRicotta keeps meatballs extra soft and juicy. Don\u2019t over mix to keep texture light and tender. Add nutmeg pinch for classic Alfredo flavor. Perfect comfort meal & creamy, rich, and satisfying. Source: Facebook\nAuthor: Facebook",
    "authorDisplayName": "Steve J",
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    "createdAt": "2026-04-10T12:20:44+00:00",
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    "publishedAt": "2026-04-10T12:22:12+00:00"
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