Christmas Cranberry Meatballs: 30-Minute Holiday Treat
Delicious Christmas Cranberry Meatballs in 30 Minutes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
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- 1 bag Frozen Pre-Cooked Meatballs (Substitute with homemade if desired.)
- 1 can Jellied Cranberry Sauce (Whole cranberry sauce can be used for more texture.)
- 1 cup Chili Sauce (Barbecue sauce can be used for a smokier flavor.)
- 1/2 cup Brown Sugar (Adjust based on preferred sweetness.)
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder (Fresh minced garlic can be used.)
- 1 teaspoon Black Pepper (Adjust according to heat tolerance.)
Instructions
- In a large non-stick skillet, combine jellied cranberry sauce, chili sauce, brown sugar, garlic powder, and black pepper. Heat over medium heat, stirring continuously for about 5 minutes.
- Gently stir in the frozen pre-cooked meatballs, cover the skillet, and simmer for 15-20 minutes.
- Once heated through, serve in a festive bowl or slow cooker. Optionally garnish with fresh parsley or rosemary.
Notes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
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