Best Tasty Cranberry Meatballs Recipes

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EASY CRANBERRY MEATBALLS



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This is a versatile recipe to be used either as a main dish or as an appetizer. You simply adjust the size of the meatballs. I like to serve it during the holidays as an appetizer. It works well to curb appetites while your guests await the main meal. -Frances Venator, Ottumwa, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound ground beef
1 pound ground pork
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup crushed saltines (about 15 crackers)
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cans (16 ounces each) whole-berry cranberry sauce
2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed tomato soup, undiluted
1 teaspoon prepared mustard

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Shape into 1-in. meatballs. Place meatballs on a greased rack in a shallow baking pan. Bake at 400° for 15 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°; drain., Meanwhile, combine the cranberry sauce, soup and mustard in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; add the meatballs. Simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 401mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

CRANBERRY SAUCE MEATBALLS



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Cranberry sauce isn't just for turkey anymore! Combined with a few other ingredients, the Thanksgiving staple makes a perfect meatball topper. -Tammy Neubauer, Ida Grove, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield about 3-1/2 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 packages (22 ounces each ) frozen fully cooked Angus beef meatballs
1 can (14 ounces) jellied cranberry sauce
1 cup ketchup
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Prepare meatballs according to package directions. , In a large skillet, cook and stir remaining ingredients over medium heat until blended. Stir in meatballs; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 266mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CRANBERRY MEATBALLS



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Lots of people have asked me for this recipe, but I knew I had a real winner when my grandmother asked me for it! -Tammy Neubauer, Ida Grove, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 40m

Yield 6 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup cornflake crumbs
1/3 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons dried minced onion
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 pounds ground pork
SAUCE:
1 can (14 ounces) jellied cranberry sauce
1 cup ketchup
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Mix first 8 ingredients. Add pork; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 1-in. meatballs. Place on a greased rack in a 15x10x1-in. pan. Bake until a thermometer reads 160°, 20-25 minutes. Drain meatballs on paper towels. , In a large skillet, cook and stir sauce ingredients over medium heat until blended. Stir in meatballs; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 58 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 142mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CRANBERRY APPETIZER MEATBALLS



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For a memorable meatball party snack with a tangy non-traditional sauce, I suggest this recipe. The meatballs are mouthwatering.-Jim Ulberg, Elk Rapids, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 40m

Yield about 7 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup dry bread crumbs
1/3 cup minced fresh parsley
1/3 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 pounds ground beef
CRANBERRY SAUCE:
1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce
1 bottle (12 ounces) chili sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 garlic cloves, minced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. Combine the first nine ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls., Place meatballs on a rack in a shallow baking pan. Bake until no longer pink, about 15 minutes. Transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker or chafing dish., Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, combine all sauce ingredients; simmer 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Pour over meatballs. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 39 calories, Fat 1g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 124mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CREAMY CRANBERRY MEATBALLS



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Extras from tonight's rich and juicy appetizers can become tomorrow's entree. Simply serve them over a bed of fluffy noodles or rice-if there's any left. -Amy Warren, Maineville, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 3h10m

Yield about 5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 envelopes brown gravy mix
1 package (32 ounces) frozen fully cooked Swedish meatballs
2/3 cup jellied cranberry sauce
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • Prepare gravy mix according to package directions. In a 4-qt. slow cooker, combine the meatballs, cranberry sauce, mustard and gravy. Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours or until heated through, adding cream during the last 30 minutes of cooking.

Nutrition Facts :

CRANBERRY CHILI MEATBALLS



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My friends look forward to enjoying these chili sauce meatballs at our holiday gatherings and there are never any leftovers! Using packaged meatballs helps save time in the kitchen and they are just as tasty as homemade. The sauce is tangy yet sweet, and the festive color is perfect for any holiday party. -Amy Scamerhorn, Indianapolis, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield about 5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 can (14 ounces) jellied cranberry sauce
1 bottle (12 ounces) chili sauce
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 package (32 ounces) frozen fully cooked homestyle meatballs, thawed

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine the first six ingredients; stir until sugar is dissolved. Add meatballs; cook until heated through, 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally. , Editor's Note: To prepare in a slow cooker, heat sauce ingredients as directed. Add sauce and meatballs to a 4-qt. slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low until heated through, 2-3 hours. , Freeze Option: Freeze cooled meatball mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Microwave, covered, on high in a microwave-safe dish until heated through, gently stirring and adding a little water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 74 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 191mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CRANBERRY MEATBALLS AND SAUSAGE



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Years ago, I found a version of this sausage and meatballs recipe in a cookbook. At first taste, my family judged it a keeper. The tangy, saucy meatballs are requested by our friends whenever I host card night. We also take the yummy dish on camping trips. -Marybell Lintott, Vernon, British Columbia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 small onion, finely chopped
3/4 cup dry bread crumbs
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 pound bulk pork sausage
1 can (14 ounces) jellied cranberry sauce
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
1 package (1 pound) miniature smoked sausage links

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Crumble bulk sausage over the mixture and mix well. Shape into 1 in. balls. In a large skillet, cook meatballs over medium heat until a thermometer reads 160°.; drain., In a large saucepan, combine the cranberry sauce, vinegar, brown sugar and mustard. Cook and stir over medium heat until cranberry sauce is melted. Add the meatballs and sausage links. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until sausage links are no longer pink and sauce is slightly thickened, 10-15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 514mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

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