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Christmas Cranberry Meatballs


  • Author: kaoucheegmail-com
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: None

Description

Delightful meatballs in a sweet and tangy cranberry sauce, perfect for holiday gatherings.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound ground beef or turkey
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups cranberry sauce
  • 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the ground meat, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  3. Roll the mixture into small meatballs and place them on a baking sheet.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix the cranberry sauce, barbecue sauce, and Worcestershire sauce.
  5. Pour the sauce over the meatballs.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until cooked through.
  7. Serve warm and enjoy your festive appetizers!

Notes

For a moist texture, do not overmix the meatball ingredients. Feel free to add extra spices for more flavor, such as red pepper flakes for a little heat.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: meatballs, cranberry sauce, holiday appetizers, Christmas

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