Indulge in a tantalizing culinary experience with our succulent Saucy Blue Cheese Meatballs, a delightful appetizer or main course that will tantalize your taste buds. These meatballs are crafted with a blend of ground beef and pork, seasoned to perfection with a savory combination of garlic, onion, and herbs. The secret lies in the luscious blue cheese sauce, which adds a tangy and creamy element that elevates the meatballs to a new level of flavor.
This recipe provides detailed instructions for creating these delectable meatballs, ensuring a hassle-free cooking process. We also offer variations to suit your preferences, including a baked version for those who prefer a healthier option and a slow cooker version for effortless preparation. Additionally, you'll find a recipe for a zesty marinara sauce, perfect for dipping or spooning over the meatballs.
Whether you're hosting a party, looking for a quick weeknight meal, or simply craving a satisfying snack, our Saucy Blue Cheese Meatballs are sure to hit the spot. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven or slow cooker, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you and your loved ones utterly delighted.
BLUE CHEESE AND BEEF MEATBALLS
Juicy meatballs with tasty bursts of blue cheese and onion. My own recipe, and my husband absolutely loves them.Good enough to eat alone. I personally think they would also be good in hoagie sandwiches.
Provided by sandra
Categories Main Dish Recipes Meatball Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a jelly roll pan with aluminum foil.
- Mix ground beef, bread crumbs, eggs, blue cheese, onion, pepper, and salt together in a bowl; shape into 22 meatballs and arrange onto prepared pan.
- Bake meatballs until they are very firm, hot, and grey in the center, about 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 321.4 calories, Carbohydrate 5.7 g, Cholesterol 147.2 mg, Fat 21 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 9.5 g, Sodium 404 mg, Sugar 1.1 g
BLUE CHEESE MEATBALLS
I am not a huge blue cheese fan but these meatballs were very good. My sister made them and didn't tell me what was in them so, she really got me.
Provided by ratherbeswimmin
Categories Cheese
Time 40m
Yield 40 balls
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Add all the ingredients to a large mixing bowl; mix well to combine.
- Form mixture into 1/2-inch balls.
- Put the balls on a baking sheet with a rim.
- Bake in a 375° oven for about 10 minutes or until browned.
- Serve immediately with toothpicks for spearing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 36, Fat 2.1, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 9.9, Sodium 56.6, Carbohydrate 1, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.1, Protein 3.1
SAUCY BLUE CHEESE MEATBALLS
Note: Per Kat's Mom's suggestion, the sauce ingredients have been increased! ------------------------------ From The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (AJC.com) online edition 11-03-08 -- Tangy cheese and a creamy sauce add sophistication to a classic simple meal. Made famous by Cheryl Thompson, who got the recipe several years ago from her friend Lucretia Davis after Davis brought the dish to a book club meeting. -- The recipe will be included in an upcoming cookbook, "Kitchen Miracles, " put out by the Club MARK ministry and Chancel Choir of St. Mark United Methodist Church in Atlanta.
Provided by KerfuffleUponWincle
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 20m
Yield 24 1-1/2, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- MEATBALL DIRECTIONS:.
- In a mixing bowl, using your hands, combine beef, blue cheese, onion, salt and Worcestershire sauce.
- Roll into 24 balls about 1 1/2 inches in diameter.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Working in two batches if necessary, brown the meatballs.
- Return all meatballs to the skillet, cover, reduce heat to low and cook 5 to 7 minutes, until meatballs are cooked through. Transfer meatballs to a paper towel to drain.
- SAUCE DIRECTIONS:.
- Pour salt, pepper, and flour into the drippings in the skillet; stir briefly until flour browns slightly; add half & half, stirring constantly, while increasing heat to medium-high and cook until sauce is slightly thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
- PLATING DIRECTIONS:.
- Place meatballs on a platter or in a slow cooker to stay warm, spoon sauce over the meatballs and garnish with the chopped parsley.
- Serve over noodles or rice, and round out the meal with steamed sugar snaps or green beans.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 471.9, Fat 31.1, SaturatedFat 18.2, Cholesterol 160.8, Sodium 622.8, Carbohydrate 6.8, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.9, Protein 40
BUFFALO CHICKEN MEATBALLS WITH BLUE CHEESE SAUCE
Provided by Sunny Anderson
Categories appetizer
Time 1h35m
Yield 16 meatballs
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- For the blue cheese sauce: Combine the mayonnaise, blue cheese, sour cream, buttermilk, honey and garlic powder in a bowl and whisk until blended. Set aside.
- For the buffalo chicken meatballs: Heat the olive oil in a medium saute pan over medium heat. Add the onion and saute until soft and translucent, 5 to 8 minutes. Let cool.
- In large bowl, combine the buttermilk, torn bread and 2 tablespoons of the hot sauce and mix to form a paste. Add the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, ranch dressing mix, egg and 1/2 cup of the diced celery and mix with your hands until combined. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray with cooking spray.
- Form the meatball mixture into 16 even mini patties, about 2 1/2 inches in diameter. Place a cube of blue cheese in the center of a patty and wrap the meat around the cheese. Roll into a uniform ball and place on the prepared baking sheet. Continue with the remaining patties and cheese cubes, making sure to wash your hands in cold water a few times between rolling to keep the meatballs from sticking to your hands. Bake the meatballs until lightly browned, 15 to 20 minutes.
- While the meatballs bake, prepare the buffalo sauce. In a medium pot over medium-low heat, combine the butter, honey and remaining 1 cup hot sauce. Heat until the butter is melted, whisking until well blended. Continue to cook until the sauce is heated through.
- Transfer the meatballs to a large mixing bowl and pour over the buffalo sauce. Gently toss to coat and transfer to a platter. Garnish with a drizzle of the blue cheese sauce and the remaining 1/4 cup diced celery. Serve the rest of the blue cheese sauce on the side.
BUFFALO CHICKEN MEATBALLS WITH BLUE CHEESE SAUCE
The meatballs have all the flavors of hot wings with less mess. They're also the perfect party food: make them ahead of time and keep warm in the hot sauce until ready to serve.
Provided by Kardea Brown
Categories appetizer
Time 1h10m
Yield 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 25
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Coat two large, rimmed baking sheets with nonstick cooking spray.
- For the Blue Cheese Sauce: Stir together the blue cheese, buttermilk, sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice and garlic powder in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
- For the meatballs: Pulse the celery, onion and bell pepper in a food processor until finely minced. Combine the minced vegetables with the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, egg and House Seasoning (see recipe below) in a large bowl. Shape the mixture into 48 1-inch meatballs and place 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheets. Bake until the meatballs begin to brown, about 10 minutes. Turn the meatballs. Cook until the meatballs are browned and cooked through, about 10 more minutes.
- While the meatballs bake, combine the butter, hot sauce and Worcestershire sauce in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Cook until the butter is melted. Add the cooked meatballs to the saucepan and turn to coat. Cover and keep warm until ready to serve. Serve the meatballs with the blue cheese sauce, celery sticks and sprinkle with parsley.
- Stir together the garlic powder, onion powder, sweet paprika, pepper and salt in a small bowl. Store in an airtight container.
Tips:
- Use a combination of ground beef and pork for the meatballs. This will give them a juicy and flavorful texture.
- Make sure to brown the meatballs well before simmering them in the sauce. This will help to develop their flavor and prevent them from becoming dry.
- Use a good quality blue cheese for the sauce. This will make a big difference in the flavor of the dish.
- Simmer the meatballs in the sauce for at least 30 minutes, or until they are cooked through. This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
- Serve the meatballs with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta.
Conclusion:
Saucy blue cheese meatballs are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for parties or potlucks, and they can be made ahead of time. With their flavorful combination of ground beef and pork, tangy blue cheese sauce, and crispy breadcrumb topping, these meatballs are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you are looking for a tasty and crowd-pleasing dish, give these saucy blue cheese meatballs a try!
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