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Cranberry Meatballs

Irresistible Cranberry Meatballs: Sweet and Savory Delight

These Cranberry Meatballs blend sweet-tart cranberry sauce with a hint of chili for a delightful crowd-pleaser.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 can Jellied Cranberry Sauce or whole cranberry sauce for chunkier texture
  • 1/2 cup Chili Sauce substitute with barbecue sauce for smoky flavor
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
For the Meatballs
  • 32 oz Frozen Pre-Cooked Meatballs ensure they are pre-cooked

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cranberry Meatballs
  1. In a large skillet, combine the jellied cranberry sauce, chili sauce, brown sugar, garlic powder, and black pepper. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the mixture is smooth and begins to bubble gently.
  2. Add the frozen pre-cooked meatballs to the skillet, stirring gently to coat them in the cranberry sauce. Cover and let it simmer on medium-low heat for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Once the meatballs are fully heated and coated in the sauce, transfer them to a serving bowl and garnish with chopped parsley or rosemary, or keep them warm in a slow cooker.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 7gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 6gIron: 2mg

Notes

Use high-quality frozen meatballs for the best flavor. Prepare the sauce in advance to save time on serving day.

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