Best 6 Meatballs In Cranberry Tomato Sauce Recipes
**Unveiling a Symphony of Flavors: Meatballs in Cranberry-Tomato Sauce - A Culinary Journey**
Prepare to embark on a culinary journey like no other as we delve into the tantalizing world of meatballs nestled in a vibrant cranberry-tomato sauce. This delectable dish, a harmonious blend of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors, promises an explosion of taste in every bite. Our comprehensive guide offers not one, but two irresistible recipes – a classic version and a vegetarian alternative – each meticulously crafted to satisfy your cravings and delight your palate. With step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, and a treasure trove of variations, this guide equips you to create this culinary masterpiece in the comfort of your own kitchen. So, gather your ingredients, ignite your culinary passion, and let's embark on a flavor-filled adventure with meatballs in cranberry-tomato sauce.
CRANBERRY SAUCE MEATBALLS
Provided by Southern Living Test Kitchen
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Whisk together cranberry sauce, pepper jelly, lemon juice, and garlic salt in a Dutch oven or large pot over medium, whisking until mixture melts and is well blended, about 4 minutes. Add meatballs, stirring to coat in sauce. Cover and continuing cooking over medium until meatballs are thawed and sauce is beginning to bubble, 6 to 8 minutes.
- Uncover and increase heat to medium-high. Cook, stirring often, until meatballs are heated through and sauce is thickened giving the meatballs a glazed coating, about 6 minutes. Spoon meatballs on a platter; spoon additional sauce from pot over meatballs, and sprinkle evenly with jalapeño and parsley. Serve hot.
CRANBERRY SAUCE MEATBALLS
Cranberry sauce isn't just for turkey anymore! Combined with a few other ingredients, the Thanksgiving staple makes a perfect meatball topper. -Tammy Neubauer, Ida Grove, Iowa
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 30m
Yield about 3-1/2 dozen
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Prepare meatballs according to package directions. , In a large skillet, cook and stir remaining ingredients over medium heat until blended. Stir in meatballs; heat through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 100 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 266mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.
CRANBERRY CHILI MEATBALLS
My friends look forward to enjoying these chili sauce meatballs at our holiday gatherings and there are never any leftovers! Using packaged meatballs helps save time in the kitchen and they are just as tasty as homemade. The sauce is tangy yet sweet, and the festive color is perfect for any holiday party. -Amy Scamerhorn, Indianapolis, Indiana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 30m
Yield about 5 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine the first six ingredients; stir until sugar is dissolved. Add meatballs; cook until heated through, 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally. , Editor's Note: To prepare in a slow cooker, heat sauce ingredients as directed. Add sauce and meatballs to a 4-qt. slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low until heated through, 2-3 hours. , Freeze Option: Freeze cooled meatball mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Microwave, covered, on high in a microwave-safe dish until heated through, gently stirring and adding a little water if necessary.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 74 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 191mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.
CRANBERRY SAUCE MEATBALLS
Substituting French's® French-Fried Onions for bread crumbs, kicks this recipe up a notch. These meatballs are easy to make and much tastier than the frozen variety. Delicious with the traditional cranberry/chili sauce or your own favorite sauce.
Provided by Rick Liesmann
Time 1h20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Beat eggs in a mixing bowl. Add beef, milk, onion, and salt; mix well. Sprinkle in crumbled fried onions and mix until evenly combined.
- Form the mixture into 40 meatballs and place into a 9x13-inch and 9x9-inch baking dish; set aside.
- Blend cranberry sauce and chili sauce together in a bowl with an electric hand mixer.
- Pour 2/3 of the sauce mixture over the meatballs. Brush the remaining sauce over to completely cover the meatballs.
- Bake in the preheated oven until meatballs are browned and no longer pink in the centers, about 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 492.3 calories, Carbohydrate 33.7 g, Cholesterol 118.7 mg, Fat 29.3 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 21.5 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 688 mg, Sugar 20.2 g
MINI-MEATBALLS IN CRANBERRY SAUCE
Make and share this Mini-Meatballs in Cranberry Sauce recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Mirj2338
Categories Fruit
Time 1h50m
Yield 60 meatballs
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the ground meat, bread crumbs, parsley, eggs, garlic, onion powder, basil and pepper.
- Mix well but do not overwork or meat will become tough when cooked.
- Form into small balls the size of a walnut or smaller.
- Place meatballs in a slow oven of 300 degrees F and bake for 25 minutes.
- In the meantime, in a crock pot set at 325 degrees F, mix together the cranberry sauce (if you so desire, you can use jellied. I prefer the whole berry.) Add remaining sauce ingredients.
- When meatballs are baked, transfer them to the crock pot and stir into the sauce.
- Cook in crock pot for 1 hour.
- Lower heat to keep warm for serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 50.5, Fat 1.7, SaturatedFat 0.7, Cholesterol 16.9, Sodium 106.3, Carbohydrate 5, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 4.2, Protein 3.4
CROCK POT MEATBALLS IN CRANBERRY SAUCE
I use ground chicken in this recipe with AMAZING results. The meatballs are very tender & flavourful! For a quick weeknight meal, prepare meatballs & sauce the night before. Refrigerate overnight & turn the crock pot on in the morning.
Provided by Debbb
Categories Meat
Time 10h30m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Combine ground meat, eggs, breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, garlic& paprika in a large bowl.
- Mix until thoroughly blended, using hands, if necessary.
- Form into balls- about one inch for appetizers or larger for main course.
- Bake meatballs on baking sheet in oven for 20 minutes.
- Drain meatballs& transfer to crock pot.
- Combine ketchup, tomato juice, cranberry sauce, onion, sugar& ginger.
- Mix well and pour over meatballs.
- Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh cranberries and tomatoes. If you can't find fresh cranberries, you can use frozen or dried cranberries. However, fresh cranberries will give the sauce a brighter, more tart flavor.
- To make sure the meatballs are cooked through, use a meat thermometer to check that they have reached an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- If you don't have time to make the meatballs from scratch, you can use frozen or pre-cooked meatballs. However, homemade meatballs will always taste better.
- Serve the meatballs in cranberry-tomato sauce over pasta, mashed potatoes, or rice. You can also use the meatballs as a sandwich filling or appetizer.
- Leftover meatballs can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Conclusion:
These meatballs in cranberry-tomato sauce are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The meatballs are tender and flavorful, and the sauce is tangy and sweet. This dish is sure to please everyone at your table.
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