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Cranberry Sauce Meatballs

Savory Cranberry Sauce Meatballs: Perfect for Cozy Gatherings

Delight your guests with these savory Cranberry Sauce Meatballs, a perfect appetizer combining sweet and spicy flavors for any gathering.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 meatballs
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Cranberry Sauce Fresh homemade is recommended.
  • ¼ cup Brown Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Adjust to taste.
For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Meatballs (fully cooked, home-style) Substitute with turkey or vegetarian meatballs if desired.

Equipment

  • medium-sized saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium-sized saucepan, combine your cranberry sauce, brown sugar, chili powder, cumin, and cayenne pepper over medium heat. Stir continuously until smooth and bubbling, about 3 to 5 minutes.
  2. Gently add fully cooked meatballs to the bubbling sauce. Stir to coat each meatball evenly and let simmer on low heat for about 5 minutes.
  3. Continue to simmer for an additional 5 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until meatballs are heated through and flavors meld.
  4. Transfer the meatballs to a serving dish and garnish with fresh herbs if desired. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 3meatballsCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Make ahead and refrigerate to enhance flavor. Great for busy days and gatherings.

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