When it comes to comfort food, few dishes can beat a plate of saucy meatballs. These tender and flavorful balls of ground meat, simmered in a rich and flavorful sauce, are a classic for a reason. Whether you are serving them as an appetizer, main course, or party snack, saucy meatballs are sure to be a hit. With so many different recipes to choose from, finding the perfect one can be a challenge. But with a few simple tips, you can easily create saucy meatballs that are both delicious and memorable.
Here are our top 13 tried and tested recipes!
SAUCY TURKEY MEATBALLS
It's easy to turn lean ground turkey into these moist, tender meatballs. Ideal for informal gatherings of family and friends, the appetizers feature a tangy sauce that my guests find delicious.-Janell Fugitt, Cimarron, Kansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 50m
Yield 15 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Crumble turkey over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls. Place on a rack coated with cooking spray in a shallow baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 10-15 minutes. , Meanwhile, combine the sauce ingredients; pour over meatballs. Bake 30-35 minutes longer or until meat is no longer pink.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 217 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 695mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 10g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SAUCY ASIAN MEATBALLS
Go ahead and help yourself to these peppery, sauced-up meatballs. Ground turkey moves them to the lighter side. -Lisa Varner, El Paso, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 40m
Yield about 3 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Place turkey in a large bowl. Sprinkle with garlic, 1 teaspoon soy sauce and ginger; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 1-in. balls; place in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake until cooked through, 20-25 minutes. , In a large saucepan, combine vinegar, tomato paste, molasses, pepper sauce and remaining soy sauce; cook and stir over medium heat 3-5 minutes. Add meatballs; heat through, stirring gently to coat.
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SAUCY SWEET & SOUR PINEAPPLE MEATBALLS
This dish is great as an appetizer, or add some red and green peppers and serve over rice and you have a meal. This recipe has been used in my family since I was a kid--not too sure where it came from aside from my mom. It also works very well in a crock pot if you have several hours to let the sauce sit and thicken.
Provided by Canadian Pixie
Categories Pineapple
Time 45m
Yield 46-56 small meatballs
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Mix together all meatball ingredients until thoroughly combined.
- Form into balls. For appetizer make smaller balls, for meal make larger balls.
- Place on baking sheet and bake at approx 350°F until brown (15-20 minutes depending on size of meatballs).
- To make sauce, mix brown sugar and cornstarch in skillet.
- Stir in pineapple (with syrup), vinegar and soya sauce. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly, then reduce heat.
- Add meatballs, cover and simmer for approximately 10 minutes.
- Add peppers and simmer approximately 5 minutes more.
SWEET 'N' SAUCY MEATBALLS
I got the recipe for these meatballs from one of my husband's parishioners, and I have modified it over the years. I usually double it to accommodate our big family of eight.-Kim Brandt, Lovell, Wyoming
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers Dinner
Time 55m
Yield 4-6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine egg and oats. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls. , Place in a lightly greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Combine water, ketchup and sugar; pour over meatballs. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 40-50 minutes or until meat is no longer pink.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 334 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 82mg cholesterol, Sodium 637mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (38g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 17g protein.
SAUCY MEATBALLS
Mini meatballs in a sweet, tangy sauce are definitely family friendly. They're a hit as an appetizer or for supper. Try them served over noodles. -Trish Berg, Dalton, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers Dinner
Time 1h10m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the eggs, bread crumbs, salt and pepper. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls. , Place on a greased rack in a shallow baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20 minutes or until no longer pink. Drain on paper towels. Transfer to a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish., In a large saucepan, combine the ketchup, jelly and onion. Cook and stir over medium heat for 3-5 minutes or until jelly is melted. Pour over meatballs. Bake, uncovered, 20 minutes longer or until sauce is bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 306 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 85mg cholesterol, Sodium 951mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 17g protein.
SAUCY CHERRY MEATBALLS
Water chestnuts lend a crunch to these moist ground beef and pork sausage meatballs. The baked bites are glazed with a sweet sauce made with cherry pie filling. "They're perfect for potlucks or parties," notes Marina Castle-Henry of Burbank, California.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 35m
Yield about 4 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine the milk, soy sauce, bread cubes, garlic salt and onion powder. Crumble beef and sausage over mixture and mix well. Stir in water chestnuts. Shape into 1-in. balls. , Line a 15x10x1-in. baking pan with foil; place meatballs in pan. Broil 4-6 in. from the heat for 10 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°; drain., In a large skillet, combine the sauce ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until thickened. Add meatballs; cook and stir until heated through.
Nutrition Facts :
SAUCY MEATBALLS
Make and share this Saucy Meatballs recipe from Food.com.
Provided by susan
Categories Meat
Time 40m
Yield 5-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine meat, Parmesan, bread rumbs, milk, and egg.
- Make into about 20 meatballs, using a rounded tablespoon for each.
- Brown and drain.
- Sprinkle with flour.
- Stir gently to coat meatballs.
- Combine tomatoes, Heinz 57, sugar, and salt.
- Pour over meatballs.
- Simmer uncovered for about 25 minutes.
- Stir occasionally.
- Serve over noodles, rice, or pasta of your choice.
SAUCY COCKTAIL MEATBALLS
I received this recipe from my Grandmother many years ago. She would serve it every year at Christmas time while I was growing up. Now I serve it every year.-Susie Snyder, Bowling Green, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 3h10m
Yield about 5 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place meatballs in a 3-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Pour over meatballs. , Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts :
SAUCY MEATBALLS
This is one of my adopted Zaar recipes. I suggest using Basic Meatballs recipe #8060 for the meatballs listed in this recipe as it is almost identical to the recipe that I use. I would also suggest serving this over noodles with a salad and crusty rolls for an easy no-fuss meal that will come together quickly.
Provided by Dreamgoddess
Categories Meat
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Prepare the Basic Meatball recipe.
- Combine the cooked meatballs, soup, milk, and nutmeg in a large skillet; heat to boiling, stirring occasionally.
- Reduce the heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Stir in the sour cream, cover and heat for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Sprinkle with the parsley and serve.
SAUCY BLUE CHEESE MEATBALLS
Note: Per Kat's Mom's suggestion, the sauce ingredients have been increased! ------------------------------ From The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (AJC.com) online edition 11-03-08 -- Tangy cheese and a creamy sauce add sophistication to a classic simple meal. Made famous by Cheryl Thompson, who got the recipe several years ago from her friend Lucretia Davis after Davis brought the dish to a book club meeting. -- The recipe will be included in an upcoming cookbook, "Kitchen Miracles, " put out by the Club MARK ministry and Chancel Choir of St. Mark United Methodist Church in Atlanta.
Provided by KerfuffleUponWincle
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 20m
Yield 24 1-1/2, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- MEATBALL DIRECTIONS:.
- In a mixing bowl, using your hands, combine beef, blue cheese, onion, salt and Worcestershire sauce.
- Roll into 24 balls about 1 1/2 inches in diameter.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Working in two batches if necessary, brown the meatballs.
- Return all meatballs to the skillet, cover, reduce heat to low and cook 5 to 7 minutes, until meatballs are cooked through. Transfer meatballs to a paper towel to drain.
- SAUCE DIRECTIONS:.
- Pour salt, pepper, and flour into the drippings in the skillet; stir briefly until flour browns slightly; add half & half, stirring constantly, while increasing heat to medium-high and cook until sauce is slightly thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
- PLATING DIRECTIONS:.
- Place meatballs on a platter or in a slow cooker to stay warm, spoon sauce over the meatballs and garnish with the chopped parsley.
- Serve over noodles or rice, and round out the meal with steamed sugar snaps or green beans.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 471.9, Fat 31.1, SaturatedFat 18.2, Cholesterol 160.8, Sodium 622.8, Carbohydrate 6.8, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.9, Protein 40
SIMPLE SAUCY MEATBALLS
Okay, you can't get any easier than this for a quick dinner, this is ready in no time & was a winner with both hubby & toddler DD. From recipes+.
Provided by Mandy
Categories Meat
Time 12m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Heat meatballs as directed on pkt.
- Place soup & sour cream in a pan and whisk to combine, add meatballs and cook over a moderate heat until meatballs are heated through.
- Sprinkle with parsley to serve.
SAUCY SWEET AND SOUR MEATBALLS
When I serve these saucy meatballs at our Christmas Eve celebration, I have to make four batches...and they always disappear!
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 50m
Yield About 3 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine the chili sauce, sweet-and-sour sauce, pineapple and brown sugar; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the egg, cracker crumbs, allspice and nutmeg. Crumble sausage over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls., Broil meatballs 4-5 in. from the heat for 6-8 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°, drain. Add green pepper and meatballs to sauce. Simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 165 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 762mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.
HOT AND SAUCY COCKTAIL MEATBALLS
The delicious sweet-and-spicy sauce for these classic meatballs couldn't be easier!
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Appetizer
Time 1h20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400°F. Stir together all ingredients except chili sauce and jelly. Shape into 1-inch meatballs. Place in ungreased retangular pan, 13x9x2 inches, or on rack in broiler pan.
- Bake uncovered about 20 minutes or until no longer pink in center and juice is clear.
- Heat chili sauce and jelly in Dutch oven over medium heat, stirring contantly, until jelly is melted. Stir in meatballs until coated. Simmer uncovered 30 minutes. Serve hot with toothpicks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 65, Carbohydrate 9 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Meatball, Sodium 200 mg
Tips:
- Use a combination of ground meats. This will give your meatballs a more complex flavor and texture. Some good combinations include beef and pork, beef and lamb, or pork and veal.
- Soak your bread in milk or broth before adding it to the meatball mixture. This will help to keep the meatballs moist and juicy.
- Season the meatball mixture liberally. Don't be afraid to use a lot of herbs and spices. Some good choices include garlic, onion, parsley, basil, oregano, and thyme.
- Brown the meatballs before simmering them. This will help to develop their flavor and give them a nice crust.
- Use a variety of sauces for your meatballs. Some good options include tomato sauce, marinara sauce, gravy, or even a simple glaze.
- Serve your meatballs over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes. You can also use them as a filling for sandwiches or wraps.
Conclusion:
Meatballs are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. With a little creativity, you can create endless variations of this classic dish. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give meatballs a try. You won't be disappointed!
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