Cranberry Meatballs Holiday Classic (Print Version)
Savory meatballs glazed in cranberry sauce, the perfect sweet-tangy bite for festive occasions or family meals.
# Ingredients:
→ Meatballs
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1 small onion, grated or finely chopped
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1.5 pounds ground pork, extra lean
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1 cup breadcrumbs, such as Panko
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2 large eggs
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1/3 cup ketchup
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2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
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1/4 cup parsley, fresh, chopped
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1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
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1/2 teaspoon pepper, or to taste
→ Sauce
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2 cups cranberry sauce, homemade or store-bought
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1 cup ketchup
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3 tablespoons brown sugar, packed
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1 tablespoon lemon juice, freshly squeezed
# Steps:
01 -
Preheat your oven to 350℉. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
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In a large bowl, combine all the meatball ingredients together and mix well.
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Wet your hands and form the mixture into medium-sized meatballs. You should end up with about 32 meatballs.
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Transfer the meatballs to the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160℉.
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While the meatballs are baking, prepare the sauce. In a large skillet, add all the sauce ingredients, stir and cook over medium heat until it comes to a boil.
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Turn down the heat and stir in the meatballs. Cook until heated through.
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Garnish with parsley if preferred and serve warm.