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Cranberry Meatballs

Delicious Cranberry Meatballs Appetizer

These Cranberry Meatballs are a delightful combination of savory and sweet, perfect as an appetizer or a main course. They are easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser, especially during the holidays.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 cup bread crumbs
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 (14 ounce) can whole berry cranberry sauce
  • 1/2 cup chili sauce
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, bread crumbs, milk, egg, onion, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  3. Shape mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
  4. In a saucepan, combine cranberry sauce, chili sauce, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
  5. Place meatballs in a baking dish and pour cranberry sauce mixture over them.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until meatballs are cooked through and sauce has thickened slightly.
  7. Serve hot.

Notes

Serve these meatballs over rice or mashed potatoes for a complete meal. For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the cranberry sauce.