Tapenade in meatballs? YES! These Easy Olive Tapenade Cocktail Party Meatballs are sure to please your guests.
This post was sponsored by Sofia’s Selection. All opinions and photographs are my own.
When it comes to parties, meatballs always seem to be a hit. With so many variations to choose from, you can never go wrong no matter how you make them.
I don’t know about you, but when it comes to party planning, I am all about “easy and delicious”. Most times we have a few recipes to prepare and serve over the course of the evening. For me it’s all about the flavour. I want my guests to talk about the food (after they devour it).
SIMPLE INGREDIENTS
When it comes to recipes, I have found that most times “simple is best”. When you combine the right ingredients, just a few can create something that tastes so complex, your tastebuds will be singing.
That is exactly what happens when you use the awesome products from Sofia’s Selection.
It’s all about easy and delicious food. This is my second post in a series of recreating their family recipes. Last month Easy Penne Pasta with Roasted Garlic Tapenade showed you how to get dinner on the table in under 30 minutes.
Having used their products in the past, I knew this would be a fun and delicious partnership. I am happy to showcase these great tasting, easy to use products. Everyone needs simple and delicious in their life right?
This gourmet olive company operates out of Warren, Michigan offering several varieties of olive and tapenade products made with California grown olives.
Sofia’s Selection products are gluten free, contain no artificial colours or preservatives, low salt and made with natural ingredients. With several savoury and spicy flavours to choose from, you can use them easily in so many great recipes.
THE HUMBLE MEATBALL
I am a meatball lover. If you check my blog, you will certainly come across a few meatball recipes (with more to come). Combined with pasta, stuffed into buns, added to casseroles, there are so many ways to enjoy them.
These Easy Olive Tapenade Cocktail Party Meatballs are so easy to make. All it takes is 2 ingredients. Yes, you read that right, 2 ingredients. Wonderful organic ground beef, and a jar or Sofia’s Selection Roasted Serrano Pepper Black Olive Tapenade.
Now you have to admit this is totally doable right? Just like I said “easy and delicious” is the name of the game. Especially when it comes to entertaining.
Combine the beef with the tapenade. Mix well, form into balls and bake. Heat a little olive oil, and mix in some garlic powder. Drizzle over the cooked meatballs, and put the rest in a bowl for dipping.
The aroma of these baking was driving me crazy, they smelled so good. I could not wait for them to cool enough so I could pop one in my mouth. It didn’t stop at one!! Hubby and I sort of devoured these.
The roasted Serrano pepper has just enough kick to tickle your tastebuds. The olive tapenade really makes the meatballs nice and juicy too. Dipping those delicious meatballs into that olive oil,OMG, you really need to try these for yourself.
I will warn you, be sure to make a HUGE batch of these Easy Olive Tapenade Cocktail Party Meatballs. These will be flying off the plate at your next party, and your guest will be asking you for the recipe.
Be sure to visit Sofia’s Selection and check out all the products they have to offer. They can be purchased in several stores in Michigan, and also online at Amazon. Stop by and visit their Facebook page too.
Chinese Spaghetti and Meatballs made with ground pork is a delicious noodle dinner that is sure to please. Another way to enjoy homemade meatballs.
Next month I will be posting another recipe recreation. Wonder which delicious product I will be using? You will just have to wait and see. Be sure you are following me on social media so you won’t miss out. Follow/Like/Share on the upper right!
Easy Olive Tapenade Cocktail Party Meatballs
Ingredients
For the Meatballs:
- 1 ½ pounds organic ground beef
- 1 jar Sofia's Selection Black Olive Tapenade with Roasted Serrano Pepper
For the Drizzle/Dipping Sauce:
- ⅓ cup olive oil
- ¼ teaspoons garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400ºF, and get a baking pan ready to cook the meatballs in.
- In a bowl, combine the ground beef and the jar of olive tapenade.
- Form into balls (approximately 36) and place on baking pan.
- Bake in oven for approximately 18-20 minutes. If you like, you can always use the broiler for a minute or two at the end for a nice browned appearance. Be sure not to overcook.
- In a pan, heat the olive oil slightly.
- Mix in the garlic powder.
- Place cooked meatballs in a serving bowl.
- Drizzle some of the olive oil over the meatballs.
- Place the remaining oil in a bowl for your guests to enjoy dipping their meatballs into.
The Food Hunter
I can’t wait to try these
Homemade & Yummy
Sure hope you do. Thanks for stopping by.
Amelie
These look amazing! And easy! Such an interesting combo. Thanks
Homemade & Yummy
They ARE amazing, interesting and totally delicious.
Sam | Ahead of Thyme
I am obsessed with olives, I can eat a whole jar with a spoon. This recipe is made for me!
Homemade & Yummy
2 simple ingredients to the best meatballs ever.
Manju Mahadevan
I can totally imagine how all those concentrated flavors from the olive tapenade would shine through in the meatballs. No wonder this is a party favorite!
Homemade & Yummy
Yes…these are soooo good.
Julie
What a clever idea for quickly adding tons of flavor to meatballs. These would be a great addition to any holiday appetizer platter. Thank you for sharing!
Homemade & Yummy
Well I can say we devoured these….and my husband is asking when I am making more!!
Mimi | Mimi's Life and Food
I am so glad you posted this recipe. I have been thinking of a quick and easy recipe for our upcoming event. This recipe is perfect to add to our menu. Definitely, “I want my guests to talk about the food (after they devour it).” Thanks for posting. Pinning now for later.
Homemade & Yummy
Well they will be….my husband is already asking “when are you making more meatballs”?
mydeliciousmeals
That’s an interesting combination. I’ve never tried this brand of tapenade, adding to my grocery shopping list.
Homemade & Yummy
You can buy it online if you have trouble finding it. This really is a great brand.
Arlene Mobley
I can’t wait to try this appetizer recipe this year over the holidays!
Homemade & Yummy
ENJOY…hubby is already asking me to make more.
Jenni LeBaron
Yum! I love a good olive tapenade so these are right up my alley.
Homemade & Yummy
Simply delicious…ours were gone in a flash!!
Suzy
Had me at olive tapenade! What a great idea!
Homemade & Yummy
SO easy and SOOOO delicious.
Shadi Hasanzadenemati
I love this recipe! So simple yet s delicious, bet the flavor of olives really shines here!
Homemade & Yummy
YES….this is such a GREAT recipe!
Denise Wright
I’m glad to see they are on Amazon. Cant’ wait to buy some and try this recipe. i love the flavor of olives and this looks so simple but tasty. Great post.
Homemade & Yummy
YES…be sure to give these great products a try!!
Marisa Franca @ All Our Way
Well, slap my forehead to knock some sense into it!! I can’t believe that we’ve never added an olive tapenade to our meatballs. We love olives and believe me, our pantry and fridge are never without. Hubby has to have them every single day. This is a must do recipe. Thank you, Gloria. I’m sure my Hubby will thank you too.
Homemade & Yummy
OMG….we devoured these. I know…such a great idea…your hubby will LOVE them (and so will you)!!
Karen @ Seasonal Cravings
Tis the season for apps and I’m always on the lookout for new ideas. Why are apps so hard to get right? Loving the flavor combo here!
Homemade & Yummy
OMG these are so easy….and crazy delicious.
Kristina
oh WOW – tapenade is a favorite appetizer to serve – what a great idea to make a meatball!
Homemade & Yummy
Your guest will devour these….be sure to make LOTS!!