Best 6 Holiday Meatballs Recipes
There's nothing quite like the tantalizing aroma of holiday meatballs wafting through the air, evoking memories of cozy gatherings and family traditions. Whether you prefer them tender and juicy, bursting with flavor, or a crispy, golden-brown crust, the perfect holiday meatball is a culinary delight that can elevate any festive occasion. With countless variations and recipes to choose from, finding the perfect meatball for your holiday feast can be a daunting task. But fear not, this comprehensive guide will take you on a culinary journey, providing expert tips, delectable flavor combinations, and step-by-step instructions to help you craft mouthwatering holiday meatballs that will steal the show at your next gathering.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
HOLIDAY BUFFET MEATBALLS
I received this recipe from a dear neighbor many years ago. The meatballs are very good and easy to make and the sauce ingredients are items that you would normally have on hand. If you have the meatballs, you can whip up this appetizer in a snap.
Provided by SAXEYGIRL
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Meat and Poultry Meatball Appetizer Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (160 degrees C). Place meatballs in a casserole dish.
- Bake in preheated oven until warmed through, about 10 minutes.
- Combine ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, cloves, garlic salt, and beef bouillon cube in a saucepan; bring to a boil, stirring often. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes. Pour sauce over meatballs; cover dish with aluminum foil.
- Continue baking in oven until meatballs are hot, about 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 266.4 calories, Carbohydrate 24.6 g, Cholesterol 74.5 mg, Fat 11.6 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 15.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 574.3 mg, Sugar 18.1 g
CRAZY HOLIDAY MEATBALLS
This recipe is so easy and tasty. Kids love them. I make these around the holidays and people rave. I hate to tell them how crazy easy they are. If you don't have access to Hormel Chili no beans. It is just canned chli with no beans. Any brand would do. I sometimes use strawberry jelly.
Provided by aronsinvest
Categories < 4 Hours
Time 1h25m
Yield 12 , 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350 degrees.
- Place frozen meatballs on a cookie sheet and bake for approximately 20 minutes.
- In a sauce pan put jelly and chili and warm over low heat. Continue to stir to blend.
- Place meatballs in a crock pot on low and pour the heated jelly - chili over meatballs.
- Leave them heat for approx 60 minutes.
- The meatballs can simmer in crockpot as long as you want.
HONEY AND BOURBON HOLIDAY MEATBALLS
Great appetizer or entree. I make this every Christmas so my kids call them Christmas meatballs. Serve with toothpicks as an appetizer or with mashed potatoes and a salad as an entree.
Provided by cbird
Categories Main Dish Recipes Meatball Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine barbeque sauce, bourbon, honey, yellow mustard, and Worcestershire sauce in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Cook for 5 minutes; add meatballs and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until meatballs are heated through, 25 to 35 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 477.4 calories, Carbohydrate 53.2 g, Cholesterol 75.4 mg, Fat 12.8 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 16.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 957.6 mg, Sugar 41.1 g
HOLIDAY MEATBALLS
This is a quick and easy meatball recipe that will be great for any party - holiday, tailgate, game night... so many options. I used apple jelly and apple juice. I loved the flavors of the sweet apple combined with tangy chili sauce. Between the chili sauce and few dashes of hot sauce, this gives the sauce a little spice but not...
Provided by Edith Kehoe
Categories Meat Appetizers
Time 4h15m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- 1. Combine chili sauce, preferred jam, juice, and hot sauce in large slow cooker. There will be lumps, but not to worry they will disappear as the sauce cooks.
- 2. Add frozen meatballs to slow cooker. Cover.
- 3. Cook on low for 6 hours. Stir occasionally. Serve.
- 4. I sometimes increase the hot sauce, depending on the crowd. Can also be made in the oven. Cook at 325 for 90 minutes.
HOLIDAY APPETIZER MEATBALLS
These beefy meatballs are a perennial favorite at our holiday parties. You won't believe how easy these holiday appetizers are to make. -Pat Waymire, Yellow Springs, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 1h5m
Yield about 3 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls. , In a large skillet over medium heat, brown meatballs; drain. Place in a 2-1/2-qt. baking dish. Combine the sauce ingredients. Pour over meatballs. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 50-60 minutes or until meatballs are no longer pink.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 84 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 29mg cholesterol, Sodium 245mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 6g protein.
HOLIDAY MEATBALLS
Samples were being given out at the grocery store. The lady had run out of the recipes cards so I wrote down on the back of my grocery list.
Provided by Chris VanDusen
Categories Meat Appetizers
Time 4h10m
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- 1. Place frozen meatballs in slow cooker sprayed with cooking spray.
- 2. In a bowl, mix together cranberry sauce and barbecue sauce. Pour over meatballs.
- 3. Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or high for 2-3 hours. Turn to warm setting to serve.
Tips:
- Choose the right meat: A combination of ground beef, pork, and veal is classic, but you can also use lamb, turkey, or chicken. If you're using a leaner meat, add some fat, like bacon or butter, to keep the meatballs moist.
- Use fresh bread crumbs: Stale bread crumbs will make your meatballs tough. To make your own, simply pulse fresh bread in a food processor until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Don't overmix the meatball mixture: Overmixing will make the meatballs tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Form the meatballs into uniform balls: This will help them cook evenly. Use a tablespoon or small ice cream scoop to measure out the mixture, then roll it between your palms to form a ball.
- Brown the meatballs before simmering them: This will give them a nice crust and help keep them moist. Brown the meatballs in a large skillet over medium heat until they are browned on all sides.
- Use a flavorful sauce: The sauce is what really makes the meatballs. Choose a sauce that you love and that will complement the flavors of the meatballs.
- Cook the meatballs until they are cooked through: Meatballs should be cooked to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Use a meat thermometer to check the temperature.
Conclusion:
Meatballs are a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. They can be made with a variety of meats, sauces, and spices, so there's sure to be a recipe that everyone will enjoy. With a little planning and preparation, you can easily make delicious meatballs at home.
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