Description

These Cranberry Sauce Meatballs are a delicious and easy-to-make holiday appetizer or main dish. The sweet and savory combination of cranberry sauce and tender meatballs is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

– 1 pound ground beef

– 1 cup panko breadcrumbs

– 1 egg

– 1/2 cup cranberry sauce

– 1 teaspoon garlic powder

– 1 teaspoon onion powder

– 1/2 teaspoon salt

– 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

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Instructions

1. – Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. – In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, panko breadcrumbs, egg, cranberry sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well incorporated.

3. – Roll the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

4. – Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and no longer pink in the center.

5. – Serve the cranberry sauce meatballs warm, garnished with fresh thyme if desired.

Notes

For a more festive presentation, serve the meatballs on toothpicks or skewers. You can also use a combination of ground beef and ground pork for extra flavor. The meatballs can be made in advance and reheated before serving.

Prep Time: 10
Cook Time: 20
Category: Appetizer, Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American