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Christmas Cranberry Meatballs

Festive Christmas Cranberry Meatballs Recipe


  • Author: Emily Parker
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

Make these sweet and savory cranberry meatballs for an easy holiday appetizer.


Ingredients

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  • 1 can (14 oz) jellied cranberry sauce
  • 1 bottle (12 oz) chili sauce
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 bag (32 oz) frozen pre-cooked meatballs

Instructions

  1. Combine cranberry sauce, chili sauce, brown sugar, garlic powder, and black pepper in a saucepan.
  2. Cook over medium heat, stirring until smooth and combined.
  3. Add frozen meatballs to the sauce and stir to coat.
  4. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until meatballs are heated through.
  5. Serve warm.

Notes

  • You can use beef or turkey meatballs.
  • Keep warm in a slow cooker for serving.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 meatballs
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 680mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg

Keywords: Christmas cranberry meatballs, holiday appetizer, easy party food