Description
Indulge in these tender meatballs enveloped in a glossy cranberry sauce, perfect for gatherings or cozy dinners. A delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors awaits!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup cranberry sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup chili sauce
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, chopped onion, salt, and pepper until just combined.
- Form small meatballs about one inch in diameter using your hands or an ice cream scoop.
- In a separate bowl, combine cranberry sauce, soy sauce, and chili sauce until well mixed.
- Place the meatballs in the slow cooker and pour the sauce evenly over them. Gently stir to coat each meatball.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or high for 2 hours, until meatballs are cooked through and tender.
- Serve hot with extra sauce drizzled on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, sear the meatballs in a skillet before placing them in the slow cooker. - Customize by substituting turkey for beef or adding spices like ginger. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to four days.