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Cranberry Meatballs

Delicious Cranberry Meatballs Recipe for Festive Gatherings

Experience the delight of Cranberry Meatballs, a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors, ideal for festive gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 18 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1 cup cranberry sauce
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • mixing bowl
  • saucepan

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  3. Shape mixture into 2-inch meatballs and place on the baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 20-25 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  5. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine cranberry sauce, brown sugar, and soy sauce until bubbly.
  6. Toss baked meatballs in the sauce until fully coated. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 18gFat: 15g

Notes

Feel free to customize by replacing ground beef with turkey or adding herbs for extra flavor. These meatballs can be made in advance and stored in the fridge for up to three days.

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