SWEDISH MEATBALL SKEWERS

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Samsung's Flex Duo Oven (NE595R1) with the Smart Divider™ is key to these one-bite appetizers. With the ability for the spacious 5.9 cu. ft.single oven to split into two ovens to cook two different items at two different temperatures at the same time, with no mingling of flavors, cranberries poach at a low temperature while meatballs roast at a high one. The results are nicely browned meatballs paired with gently poached tart-sweet cranberries.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Yield Makes about 80 meatballs

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup water
1 cup fresh cranberries
4 strips fresh orange zest (removed with a vegetable peeler)
3 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 large shallots, minced
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
1/4 cup half and half
1 large egg, beaten
2 pounds ground meat, preferably a combination of beef chuck, veal, and pork
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat one oven to 475 degrees F, with a rack in the top and bottom, and the other to 300 degrees F. Line 2 half-sheet pans with parchment paper.
  • 2. In a small ovenproof saucepan, stir together the sugar and water until the sugar dissolves. Stir in the cranberries, orange zest, and 2 tablespoons honey. Cover and transfer to the 300 degrees F oven. Poach until the cranberries are plumped and warm but have not burst, about 30 minutes. Discard the orange zest.
  • 3. Meanwhile, in a small skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the shallots and a generous pinch of salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent, about 5 minutes. Let cool slightly.
  • 4. In a large bowl, stir together the bread crumbs and half and half until well mixed, then stir in the egg, remaining tablespoon honey, and shallot mixture. Add the ground meat and a very generous pinch of salt and a pinch of pepper and use your hands to mix thoroughly.
  • 5. Use a tablespoon to portion the mixture into small meatballs and set them on the prepared pans, spacing 1 inch apart. Roast until browned and cooked through, about 20 minutes, switching the pans halfway through.
  • 6. Use decorative cocktail toothpicks to skewer together 1 meatball and 1 cranberries. Spoon the cranberry cooking liquid over the skewers, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and serve.

SOJIBURRAHMAN SOJIB
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I've never made meatballs before, but these were surprisingly easy to make. I'll definitely be making them again.


grim Malcolm
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These meatballs are delicious! I love the way the flavors all come together.


Joey Eversole
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my meatballs turned out really tough. Maybe I overcooked them.


MD Mahdi Hasan
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These meatballs are perfect for a party appetizer. They're easy to eat and always a hit.


Valerie Patricia
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These meatballs are a bit too time-consuming to make for a weeknight meal. I'll save them for special occasions.


Rasika Karunathilaka
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These meatballs are a great way to use up leftover ground beef. I always have some in my freezer.


MD: MIRAj SHAIKH
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I love the unique flavor of these meatballs. The combination of spices is just perfect.


rahat Javed
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These meatballs were a bit too dry for my taste. I think I'll try adding some more moisture next time.


Neelam Neelo
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Overall, these meatballs are a good recipe. They're easy to make and taste great. I'll definitely be making them again.


Ching Chong
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These meatballs are a bit bland. I think I'll add some more spices next time.


Devika Calvan
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I had some trouble keeping the meatballs from falling apart on the skewers. Any tips?


Kahli Roberts
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These meatballs are a bit too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved them.


Waqar Jamail
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I'm not a big fan of meatballs, but these were actually really good. The sauce is especially delicious.


Tawhid Islam
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These meatballs are always a crowd-pleaser. I serve them at every party I host.


Shahbaz Shahbaz jan
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I love how easy these meatballs are to make. I can have them on the table in under 30 minutes.


Nilam Chhetri
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These are the best meatballs I've ever had! The combination of spices is just perfect.


Badal Umrani
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I've made these meatballs several times now and they always turn out perfectly. They're so juicy and flavorful.


Bhim Tiruwa
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These Swedish meatball skewers were a hit at my party! They were easy to make and everyone loved the flavor. I will definitely be making them again.