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Christmas Meatballs

Savory Christmas Meatballs for a Cozy Holiday Feast

These Christmas Meatballs are a delightful blend of flavors, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 12 meatballs
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Chuck Aim for 80/20 for juicy results.
  • 1 cup Evaporated Milk Substitute with heavy cream for extra richness.
  • 1 cup Dry Breadcrumbs Whole wheat or gluten-free options can also work.
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce Soy sauce can be used if needed.
  • 1 packet Onion Soup Mix Can be replaced with onion powder and salt as needed.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Ketchup BBQ sauce works for a fun twist.
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Coconut sugar is a nice alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Port Wine Grape juice is a great non-alcoholic substitution.
  • 1 cup Fresh Cranberries Optional, pomegranate arils can be used.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • broiler
  • Medium saucepan
  • Slow Cooker
  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Christmas Meatballs
  1. In a mixing bowl, thoroughly combine ground beef, evaporated milk, dry breadcrumbs, Worcestershire sauce, and onion soup mix. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  2. Preheat the broiler to 500°F (260°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  3. Shape the chilled meat mixture into balls about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter, making approximately 36 meatballs.
  4. Broil the meatballs for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until browned and cooked through.
  5. In a saucepan, combine ketchup, brown sugar, port wine, and remaining Worcestershire sauce. Heat until smooth and bubbling.
  6. For slow cooker, add broiled meatballs to the cooker, cover with sauce, and cook on HIGH for 1 hour. For Dutch oven, stir meatballs into sauce and cook for 30-40 minutes.
  7. Serve warm with toothpicks or over mashed potatoes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 8gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gCalcium: 1mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Allow the meat mixture to chill for enhanced flavor and texture. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days or freeze for longer storage.

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