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Cranberry Sauce Meatballs

Savory Cranberry Sauce Meatballs: Perfect for Cozy Gatherings

Delicious Cranberry Sauce Meatballs are the perfect appetizer for gatherings, with a balance of sweetness and spice.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 meatballs
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 cups Cranberry Sauce fresh homemade recommended
  • ½ cup Brown Sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon Cayenne Pepper adjust to taste
For the Meatballs
  • 24 oz Fully Cooked Meatballs home-style can substitute with turkey or vegetarian

Equipment

  • medium-sized saucepan
  • Spatula

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 for about 3 to 5 minutes until smooth and bubbly.
  2. Gently add fully cooked meatballs to the bubbling sauce and stir to coat evenly. Let simmer on low heat for about 5 minutes.
  3. Continue to simmer for 5 to 10 minutes stirring occasionally until meatballs are heated through.
  4. Transfer the meatballs to a serving dish and garnish with freshly chopped herbs if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 4meatballsCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Make homemade cranberry sauce for fresher taste. Prepare meatballs in advance for best flavor. Adjust cayenne to preference.

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