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computer test and was so mad. What Dad taught me — the last question I answered — was wrong. Even though it was the right answer in our eyes, it was a trick question. I went back that week and nailed it. I rode for the whole season but never went to actually take my rider’s test. I just kept riding on a permit.

“Andrea, you will nail it. Why are you worried about it? You know this stuff. You’ve been riding since you were three,” Dad would say.

I don’t know what it was. Part of me wanted to just go take the motorcycle class, so I wouldn’t have to go through the test at the DMV and feel those nerves again. Dad said there was no reason for me to take a class when he knew I would go nail it on my own without taking days of classes.

The day of my test was one of the hottest days of the year. Sweat was rolling off of me. Yes, the upper lipper was out of control that day. With my nerves and the heat, I honestly can’t believe I didn’t pass out. I just knew this would be a day I would never forget — thanks to Dad.

TO BE CONTINUED…

Turkey Meatballs

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs. (900g) ground turkey

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• 1 cup shredded mozzarella

• 1/2 cup grated or shredded parmesan

• 1 egg

• 2 teaspoons onion powder

• 2 teaspoons fresh minced garlic

• 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning blend

• 1/2 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper

• 2 cups of marinara sauce

• 1 cup of cheese of your choice (mozzarella, Monterey jack, cheddar, provolone)

Directions:

Preheat your oven to 400º. Lightly spray a casserole dish with cooking spray.

Combine ground turkey, mozzarella, parmesan, egg, onion powder, garlic, & Italian seasoning in a large salad bowl — except for the Marinara sauce, 1 cup cheese, and fresh basil that are set aside for the casserole. Use a small cookie scoop to form the meatballs all the same size and arrange the meatballs in the casserole dish.

Bake your meatballs casserole for 15 to 20 minutes or until fully cooked. Remove the meatball casserole from the oven and drain the grease.

Top with Marinara sauce and shredded cheese, and put the meatballs casserole back in the oven. Bake for an additional 5 to 10 minutes until the cheese has fully melted. Enjoy!