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Christmas Meatballs

Christmas Meatballs

Delicious Christmas meatballs are the perfect tasty holiday party appetizer that your guests will absolutely gobble up.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 36 meatballs
Calories 71 kcal

Equipment

  • microwave
  • large bowl
  • microwave-safe plate
  • 2-qt microwave-safe dish

Ingredients
  

Meatball Ingredients

  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1 envelope onion soup mix
  • 0.5 cup seasoned bread crumbs
  • 0.25 cup chopped dried cranberries
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
  • 1.5 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)

Sauce Ingredients

  • 1 can whole-berry cranberry sauce (14 ounces)
  • 0.75 cup ketchup
  • 0.5 cup beef broth
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 3 tablespoons finely chopped onion
  • 2 teaspoons cider vinegar

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • In a large bowl, combine first five ingredients. Add beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 1-in. balls.
  • Place a third of the meatballs on a microwave-safe plate. Cover with waxed paper; microwave on high until cooked through, 2-3 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Repeat twice with remaining meatballs.
  • In a 2-qt. microwave-safe dish, mix sauce ingredients. Microwave, covered, on high until heated through, 3-4 minutes, stirring halfway. Gently stir in meatballs. Microwave, covered, on high until heated through, 1-2 minutes.

Notes

Cranberry sauce and brown sugar create a tangy glaze for moist meatballs that are great for Christmas appetizers or dinner ideas.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 71kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 4gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 22mgSodium: 190mgSugar: 6g
Keyword Beef, Christmas Meatballs, easy recipes, holiday appetizers, meatballs, Party Food
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