Christmas Cranberry Meatballs Appetizer (Print)
Juicy meatballs glazed with cranberry and barbecue sauce, ideal for holiday celebrations.
# Ingredients:
→ Meatballs
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1 pound ground beef or ground turkey
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1 cup bread crumbs
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1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1 cup finely chopped onion
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1 cup chopped fresh parsley
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1 large egg
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1 clove garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon black pepper
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1 teaspoon dried thyme
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
→ Sauce
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1 cup cranberry sauce, homemade or store-bought
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1 cup barbecue sauce
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1 tablespoon soy sauce
# Directions:
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Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef or turkey, bread crumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped onion, chopped parsley, egg, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, thyme, and oregano. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
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Form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, ensuring they are spaced evenly apart.
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Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until they are cooked through and nicely browned.
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While the meatballs are baking, prepare the sauce. In a medium saucepan, combine the cranberry sauce, barbecue sauce, and soy sauce. Stir well and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
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Once the meatballs are done baking, remove them from the oven and transfer them into the saucepan with the sauce. Gently stir the meatballs to coat them thoroughly with the sauce.
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Allow the meatballs to simmer in the sauce for an additional 5-10 minutes to meld the flavors together. Serve warm, either on their own or with toothpicks as an appetizer or main dish.