Best Sweet N Sassy Meatballs Recipes

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SWEET AND SASSY MEATBALLS



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I found this recipe on Taste of Home and tweaked it a bit to fit the tastes of my famiy. My co-workers loved them as well.

Provided by Sheri Mullins

Categories     Meat Appetizers

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 eggs, lightly beaten
2 Tbsp worcestershire sauce
2 Tbsp a-1 steak sauce,regular
1 c plus 2 tablespoons, chili sauce, divided
3/4 c soft whole wheat bread crumbs
1/4 c dry oatmeal (quick cooking kind)
2 Tbsp onion, chopped
3/4 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
1/2 c shredded monterey-jack cheese
1 lb lean ground turkey or beef
1 lb italian turkey sausage links, casings removed (if using the beef above, omit this and add 1 pound of ground beef)
1/2 c reduced-sugar apricot preserves

Steps:

  • 1. In a large bowl, combine the eggs, Worcestershire sauce, A-1 Steak sauce and 2 tablespoons chili sauce.
  • 2. Stir in the bread crumbs, oatmeal, onion, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
  • 3. Add cheese and crumble turkey and sausage (or beef) over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls
  • 4. Place on a cookie sheet coated with cooking spray. Bake at 375° for 15-20 minutes or until meat is no longer pink.
  • 5. In a large bowl, combine apricot preserves and the 1 cup of remaining chili sauce. Add meatballs and toss gently.
  • 6. Place in a 15-in. x 10-in. x 1-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake 5-10 minutes longer or until glazed, stirring every 3 minutes.

SIMPLE SWEET AND SOUR MEATBALLS



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Make our Simple Sweet and Sour Meatballs that are paired with an incredibly delicious sauce that's easy to make and adds the perfect tangy taste.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

12 oz. (3/4 of 16-oz. pkg.) frozen fully cooked meatballs
1 pkg. (16 oz.) frozen stir-fry vegetables (sliced green, red and yellow peppers, and white onions)
1/4 cup apricot jam
1/4 cup KRAFT Classic CATALINA Dressing
2 Tbsp. soy sauce
3 cups hot cooked instant white rice

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients except rice in large skillet; cover.
  • Cook on medium-high heat 10 min. or until meatballs and vegetables are heated through, stirring occasionally.
  • Serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 550, Fat 26 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, TransFat 1.5 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Sodium 1350 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 18 g

SWEET 'N' SOUR MEATBALLS FOR 2



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Andrea Busch writes from Brackenridge, Pennsylvania, "My husband isn't a big fan of stir-fries, but I never have leftovers when I serve this delicious one-dish meal."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons beaten egg
2 tablespoons seasoned bread crumbs
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
Dash pepper
1/2 pound lean ground beef
1 can (8 ounces) pineapple chunks, undrained
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/2 cup sliced fresh carrot
1/2 medium green pepper, julienned
1-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon cold water
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls. In a large skillet, cook meatballs over medium heat until browned on all sides and a thermometer reads 160°; drain., Drain pineapple, reserving juice; set pineapple aside. Add water to juice to measure 1/2 cup. Stir in the brown sugar, vinegar and soy sauce; pour over meatballs. Add carrots. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5-8 minutes or until carrot is crisp-tender. Stir in green pepper and pineapple; cover and simmer 5 minutes longer or until pepper is crisp-tender., Combine cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into meatball mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts :

SWEET 'N' SPICY MEATBALLS



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You'll usually find a batch of these meatballs in my freezer. The slightly sweet sauce nicely complements the spicy pork sausage. -Genie Brown, Roanoke, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 40m

Yield about 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds bulk spicy pork sausage
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup red wine vinegar
1 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon ground ginger

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine sausage and egg. Shape into 1-in. balls. Place on a greased rack in a shallow baking pan. Bake at 400° for 15-20 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°; drain. , Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until sugar is dissolved., Transfer meatballs to a 3-qt. slow cooker. Add the sauce and stir gently to coat. Cover and keep warm on low until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 70 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 200mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

EASY SWEET-AND-SOUR MEATBALLS



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The already prepared meatballs make this a very easy and quick supper. You can use your own homemade meatballs or store-bought if you're in a pinch. -Ruth Andrewson, Leavenworth, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks
1 package (12 ounces) frozen fully cooked homestyle or Swedish meatballs, thawed
1 large green pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1/3 cup cold water
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
Hot cooked rice, optional
Thinly sliced green onions, optional

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple, reserving juice. Set pineapple aside. Add enough water to juice if needed to measure 1 cup. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the meatballs, green pepper and juice mixture until heated through., In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, cold water, vinegar and soy sauce until smooth. Add brown sugar and reserved pineapple to the pan; stir in cornstarch mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. If desired, serve with rice and top with green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330 calories, Fat 15g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 572mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

SWEET AND SPICY COCKTAIL MEATBALLS



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Everybody loves meatballs at parties, and this recipe won't let you down! Seasoned beef meatballs are simmered in a sweet and spicy sauce. You can also use ground venison instead of the ground beef.

Provided by Jordanna Novak

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Spicy

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound ground beef
½ cup dry bread crumbs
¼ cup milk
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon snipped fresh parsley
⅓ cup minced onion
1 teaspoon salt
1 egg
½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
¼ cup shortening
1 (12 ounce) bottle chile sauce
1 ¼ cups grape jelly

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, dry bread crumbs and milk. Blend in ground pepper, parsley, onion, salt, egg and Worcestershire sauce. Mix thoroughly.
  • Shape the beef mixture into 1 inch meatballs. In a large skillet, melt the shortening over medium heat and brown the meatballs.
  • Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, mix the chile sauce and grape jelly over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until jelly is melted.
  • Pour the sauce over the browning meatballs and simmer for 30 minutes, or until meatballs are thoroughly cooked.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 726.5 calories, Carbohydrate 88.6 g, Cholesterol 115.8 mg, Fat 31.5 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 24.6 g, SaturatedFat 10.4 g, Sodium 758.8 mg, Sugar 66.1 g

SWEET 'N' SAUCY MEATBALLS



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I got the recipe for these meatballs from one of my husband's parishioners, and I have modified it over the years. I usually double it to accommodate our big family of eight.-Kim Brandt, Lovell, Wyoming

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 egg
1/2 cup quick-cooking oats
1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1-1/2 cups water
1-1/4 cups ketchup
1 cup sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine egg and oats. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls. , Place in a lightly greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Combine water, ketchup and sugar; pour over meatballs. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 40-50 minutes or until meat is no longer pink.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 334 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 82mg cholesterol, Sodium 637mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (38g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

THE BEST SWEET AND SOUR MEATBALLS



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An easy, delicious recipe made with ingredients you always have around the house! A definite winner! Wonderful served with rice!

Provided by KIMMY D

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Meat and Poultry     Meatball Appetizer Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound ground beef
1 egg
¼ cup dry bread crumbs
1 onion, diced
1 cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups water
¼ cup distilled white vinegar
3 tablespoons soy sauce

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine the ground beef, egg, bread crumbs and onion. Mix thoroughly and shape into golf ball-sized balls.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, gently brown the meatballs and set aside.
  • In a large saucepan, combine the brown sugar, flour, water, white vinegar and soy sauce. Mix thoroughly. Add meatballs and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring often, for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 516.3 calories, Carbohydrate 67.1 g, Cholesterol 122.4 mg, Fat 16.8 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 24.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 815 mg, Sugar 55.4 g

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