JOE'S B.B.Q BARBECUE MEATBALLS

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Originally, I had created this as a meatloaf and then thought it would make a great game-day snack. It now goes with me to every party I'm invited to. -Joe Hendrick, Gabbs, Nevada

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 40m

Yield about 3-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
1/4 cup barbecue sauce
2 tablespoons dried minced onion
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon ketchup
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 pound bulk Italian sausage
3/4 pound ground beef
SAUCE:
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 cup chopped sweet onion
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup barbecue sauce
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Add sausage and beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 1-1/4-in. balls. Place on a greased rack in a shallow baking pan. Bake 10-12 minutes or until cooked through., Meanwhile, for sauce, in a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender. Stir in tomato sauce, brown sugar, barbecue sauce, Italian seasoning and mustard; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 6-8 minutes or until slightly thickened, stirring occasionally., Add meatballs and stir gently to coat. If desired, sprinkle with cheese and let stand, covered, 5 minutes.

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Abidali Abidali
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These meatballs are so easy to make, and they're always a crowd-pleaser. I highly recommend them!


Sammie hunt
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I've made these meatballs with different types of ground meat, and they always turn out great. I've used ground beef, ground turkey, and even ground chicken.


Nana Osei Bonsu
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These meatballs are a great freezer meal. Just cook them ahead of time and then freeze them. When you're ready to eat, just thaw them and reheat.


aynaz noroozian
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I love that these meatballs can be cooked in the oven or in a slow cooker. It makes them really versatile.


Najamdin S
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These meatballs are a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. Just sneak some chopped veggies into the sauce.


Haron Zakia
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I've never been a big fan of meatballs, but these ones changed my mind. They're so flavorful and juicy.


Kolan Frederick
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These meatballs are perfect for a party or potluck. They're easy to make ahead of time and they always disappear quickly.


Kelly Campos
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I made these meatballs for my family and they loved them. Even my picky eater ate them up.


Ricky Boy
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These meatballs are a great way to use up leftover ground beef.


Kashif Bajwa
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I love how easy these meatballs are to make. I can just throw them in the oven and they're done in no time.


Muhammad Yahaya Muhammad
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These meatballs are the best I've ever had. They're so moist and tender, and the sauce is to die for.


Siphelele Buthelezi
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I've made these meatballs several times now and they always turn out perfectly. They're so juicy and flavorful.


Moumjid Bouchra
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These meatballs were a hit at my party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them.