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Christmas Meatballs Recipe

Irresistibly Juicy Christmas Meatballs Recipe to Wow Guests

A delightful Christmas Meatballs Recipe that combines sweet and savory flavors for a crowd-pleasing dish.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 2 lbs Ground Beef Chuck Use 80/20 for optimal juiciness.
  • 1 cup Evaporated Milk Can substitute with whole milk.
  • 1 cup Dry Breadcrumbs Consider using panko for a lighter texture.
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce Soy sauce makes a suitable substitute.
  • 1 packet Onion Soup Mix Homemade onion powder and beef bouillon are alternatives.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Ketchup Barbecue sauce can add a unique smoky twist.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Honey or maple syrup can work in its place.
  • 1/2 cup Port Wine Red grape juice is a great non-alcoholic substitute.
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 cup Fresh Cranberries Pomegranate arils can replace them for visual appeal.

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • medium saucepan
  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef chuck, evaporated milk, dry breadcrumbs, Worcestershire sauce, and onion soup mix. Mix gently until well incorporated.
  2. Preheat the oven broiler to high and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  3. Scoop out portions to create approximately 36 small meatballs and place them evenly on the lined baking sheets.
  4. Broil the meatballs for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and slightly crispy.
  5. In a medium saucepan, combine ketchup, brown sugar, port wine, and Worcestershire sauce and cook until smooth.
  6. Transfer the broiled meatballs into a slow cooker, pour the sauce over, and cook on HIGH for 1 hour.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 14gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 250mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These meatballs are perfect for holiday gatherings and can be made ahead of time for convenience.

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