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Cranberry Meatballs

Savory Cranberry Meatballs for a Festive Holiday Feast

Delicious cranberry meatballs that are quick to prepare and perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 meatballs
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Pork 90-95% lean recommended.
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Gluten-free breadcrumbs for gluten-free option.
  • 1 large Egg Flaxseed meal or applesauce for egg-free version.
  • 1 small Onion Finely chopped; shallots can be substituted.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced; garlic powder can be used as alternative.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Cranberry Sauce Jellied or whole cranberry sauce can be used.
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Coconut aminos for gluten-free option.
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Arrowroot powder can be used as gluten-free alternative.

Equipment

  • oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • baking sheet
  • skillet
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cranberry Meatballs
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground pork, breadcrumbs, egg, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
  3. Form the mixture into approximately 32 medium-sized meatballs and place them onto the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 20–25 minutes, checking for an internal temperature of 160°F (70°C).
  5. While the meatballs are baking, heat a skillet and combine the cranberry sauce, soy sauce, and cornstarch.
  6. Add the baked meatballs to the sauce and gently stir to coat them evenly.
  7. Transfer the meatballs to a serving dish and serve warm, optionally garnished with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 4meatballsCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These meatballs can be prepared two days in advance and are easily reheated. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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