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Christmas Cranberry Meatballs

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Delicious meatballs coated in a sweet and tangy cranberry and barbecue sauce, perfect for holiday gatherings.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef (or turkey)
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup cranberry sauce
  • 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, milk, egg, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well incorporated.
  3. Form small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the cranberry sauce, barbecue sauce, soy sauce, and Worcestershire sauce until smooth.
  5. Drizzle the sauce generously over the meatballs, ensuring they’re well coated.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and the sauce is bubbling.
  7. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

You can customize by adding different ingredients or sauces. For gluten-free options, use gluten-free breadcrumbs or oats.

  • Author: alison
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: None

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg