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Christmas Meatballs Recipe

Delicious Christmas Meatballs Recipe for Sweet Holiday Flavor

An easy and delicious Christmas Meatballs Recipe that brings warmth to holiday gatherings with its sweet and savory flavors.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 meatballs
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 2 pounds Ground Beef Chuck Choose high-fat content for juiciness.
  • 1 cup Evaporated Milk Adds moisture and tenderness.
  • 1 cup Dry Breadcrumbs Can substitute with gluten-free breadcrumbs.
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce Enhances umami flavor; can substitute with soy sauce.
  • 1 packet Onion Soup Mix Alternatively, use minced onions and seasonings.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Ketchup Forms the base of the sauce.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Can use honey or maple syrup.
  • 1/2 cup Port Wine Can be replaced with sweet red wine.
Optional Garnish
  • 1 cup Fresh Cranberries For a substitute, consider using pomegranate arils.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • medium saucepan
  • slow cooker
  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef chuck, evaporated milk, dry breadcrumbs, Worcestershire sauce, and onion soup mix. Mix gently and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  2. Preheat the oven to broil at 500°F (260°C) and line baking sheet(s) with parchment paper.
  3. Form the chilled meat mixture into approximately 36 small meatballs and place them on the baking sheets.
  4. Broil the meatballs for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  5. In a saucepan, combine ketchup, brown sugar, remaining Worcestershire sauce, and port wine. Stir until smooth.
  6. Transfer the broiled meatballs to a slow cooker and pour the sauce over them, cooking on HIGH for 1 hour.

Nutrition

Serving: 3meatballsCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow meat mixture to rest in the fridge for flavor enhancement. Keep an eye on the broiler to prevent burning. Cool meatballs completely before freezing.

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