Cranberry meatballs –Hey there, food enthusiasts! Ready to shake things up in the kitchen? Today, we’re diving into a delightfully juicy world of flavor with our fantastic Cranberry Meatballs! Not just any meatballs—these are sweet, savory, and tender little bites of joy that will have your guests begging for the recipe!
Cranberry Meatballs
Let’s kick things off by taking a look at these beauties!
Now that we’ve set the stage, let’s gather the ingredients. Grab your grocery bags and get ready!
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (or turkey if you want to be fancy)
- 1 cup fresh cranberries (because we’re fancy like that)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (they’re the glue, kind of like friendship)
- 1/4 cup chopped onion (tears are optional)
- 1 egg (the magical binding agent)
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley (for that green touch)
- 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper (that’s some zesty business)
- 1 cup cranberry sauce (yes, we’re all about that cranberry life)
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar (for some sweetness that’ll make you swoon)
Instructions
Alright, here’s where the magic happens! Time to get your hands a bit messy, but trust me, it’s worth it.
- In a large bowl, mix together ground beef (or turkey), breadcrumbs, chopped onion, egg, parsley, salt, and pepper. Get in there with your hands! Embrace the squishiness!
- Form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. Make them as round as you can—no one wants lumpy meatballs!
- In a large skillet, cook the meatballs over medium heat until browned on all sides. This is where the aroma starts wafting through your house! Heaven!
- In another bowl, mix your cranberry sauce and brown sugar together. Pour this glorious mixture over the meatballs in the skillet. Yes, you read that right!
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for about 20 minutes. During this time, feel free to dance around the kitchen while you wait. You’ve earned it!
And there you have it—Cranberry Meatballs that are not just mouth-watering, but also delightfully fun to make! Serve them up at your next gathering and watch the smiles appear faster than you can say “meatball magic!” Enjoy!