Description
A delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors, these Cranberry Meatballs are perfect for family gatherings and holiday feasts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup cranberry sauce
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or sage, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Meatball Mixture: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, bread crumbs, egg, minced garlic, and diced onion. Stir everything gently until well incorporated.
- Add the Seasoning: Fold in salt, pepper, and fresh herbs. Remember, less is more when seasoning; you can always adjust later.
- Shape the Meatballs: Using your hands, take about a tablespoon of the mixture and roll it into a ball. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Cook the Meatballs: Bake them at 400°F for about 20 minutes or sauté in a skillet over medium heat until browned and cooked through.
- Prepare the Sauce: In the same skillet, pour in the cranberry sauce and let it heat up. Gently nestle the cooked meatballs into the sauce.
- Serve and Enjoy: Garnish with additional fresh herbs if desired and serve warm.
Notes
These meatballs can be made with ground turkey or swap the meat for mushrooms or lentils for a vegetarian option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking/Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Cranberry Meatballs, Holiday Recipe, Family Gathering, Comfort Food, Easy Dinner