Christmas Meatballs
These festive meatballs are a perfect holiday appetizer or main dish. Coated in a sweet and tangy cranberry glaze, they’re full of flavor and sure to be a hit at any Christmas gathering.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg optional, for a holiday touch
- 1 cup cranberry sauce
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon optional for extra warmth
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, and nutmeg (if using) until fully combined.
- Roll the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake the meatballs for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- While the meatballs are baking, prepare the glaze. In a medium saucepan, combine the cranberry sauce, barbecue sauce, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and cinnamon (if using). Stir and heat over medium heat until smooth and heated through.
- Once the meatballs are done, transfer them to a skillet or slow cooker and pour the glaze over them. Stir gently to coat.
- Serve the meatballs warm, either with toothpicks as an appetizer or alongside mashed potatoes or rice for a main course.
Nutrition
Serving: 1peopleCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6g
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