JOE'S B.B.Q BARBECUE MEATBALLS

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Originally, I had created this as a meatloaf and then thought it would make a great game-day snack. It now goes with me to every party I'm invited to. -Joe Hendrick, Gabbs, Nevada

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 40m

Yield about 3-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
1/4 cup barbecue sauce
2 tablespoons dried minced onion
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon ketchup
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 pound bulk Italian sausage
3/4 pound ground beef
SAUCE:
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 cup chopped sweet onion
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup barbecue sauce
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Add sausage and beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 1-1/4-in. balls. Place on a greased rack in a shallow baking pan. Bake 10-12 minutes or until cooked through., Meanwhile, for sauce, in a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender. Stir in tomato sauce, brown sugar, barbecue sauce, Italian seasoning and mustard; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 6-8 minutes or until slightly thickened, stirring occasionally., Add meatballs and stir gently to coat. If desired, sprinkle with cheese and let stand, covered, 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts :

A Asatori
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I can't wait to try this recipe!


Kizz Jnr
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These meatballs are a great way to use up leftover BBQ sauce.


Mari Stegeman
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I've been making these meatballs for years and they're always a hit.


Sutha Karan
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I made these meatballs for my husband and he loved them.


Tirusew Ayenew
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I followed the recipe exactly and the meatballs were perfect.


Ahadul Islam
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but the meatballs didn't turn out well.


yeeboome
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I would have liked the sauce to be a little thicker.


Andrew Joel
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The meatballs were a little bland.


Imran Nazir
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I found the sauce to be a bit too sweet.


BM Alamin
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The meatballs were a little dry for my taste.


Galaxy Design
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I've tried other barbecue meatball recipes, but this one is by far the best.


Abdulganiyu Shall
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These meatballs are perfect for a party or potluck.


Mahim HJ
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I love that I can make these meatballs ahead of time and then just pop them in the oven when I'm ready to serve them.


Zarar Awan
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These meatballs are so easy to make and they're always a hit with my family.


Mpho Mokgatlhe
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The sauce is the perfect balance of sweet and savory.


Mayo Hernadez
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I've made these meatballs several times now and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


ayat miah
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These meatballs were a hit at my party! Everyone loved them.


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