Deliciously Unique: Cranberry Glazed BBQ Meatballs Recipe
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- Recipe Rating: ★★★★☆
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Servings: 4
For the Meatballs:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/4 cup crushed pork rinds (you can adjust the amount to your liking)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/8 cup dried minced onions (onion flakes; found in the spice aisle)
- 1/8 cup beef bouillon powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/8 teaspoon celery seeds
- 1/8 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon paprika
- 1 egg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking spray (for baking)
For the Cranberry Glaze:
- 1 cup cranberry sauce
- 1/2 cup SGT. Hart's BBQ Sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper or chili powder (adjust to your spice preference)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Meatballs:
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Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, crushed pork rinds, milk, chopped onion, minced garlic, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix until all ingredients are well combined.
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Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. You should have approximately 24-30 meatballs.
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Lightly spray the meatballs with cooking spray to help them brown nicely in the oven.
2. Bake the Meatballs:
- Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until they are cooked through and have a nice golden brown color. Ensure the internal temperature of the meatballs reaches 160°F (71°C).
3. Prepare the Cranberry Glaze:
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While the meatballs are baking, prepare the cranberry glaze. In a saucepan, combine cranberry sauce, SGT. Hart's BBQ Sauce, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, mustard, ground cinnamon, and cayenne pepper.
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Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is well heated and the brown sugar is dissolved. Simmer for a few minutes until the glaze thickens slightly. Remove from heat.
4. Glaze the Meatballs:
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Once the meatballs are done baking, remove them from the oven and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.
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Pour the cranberry glaze over the meatballs and gently toss to coat them evenly in the glaze.
5. Serve and Enjoy:
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Transfer the glazed meatballs to a serving platter and garnish with chopped fresh parsley or green onions for added color and freshness.