Description
Sophisticated meatballs enveloped in a luscious cranberry glaze, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef (preferably 80/20 for moisture)
- 1/2 cup fresh breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg (beaten)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (finely chopped)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cup cranberry sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
- Extra cranberry sauce (optional, for presentation)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, beaten egg, parsley, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
- With damp hands, scoop out tablespoons of the mixture and roll into balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add oil and carefully place the meatballs in the pan, searing for about 5 minutes until golden brown.
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together cranberry sauce, soy sauce, and Dijon mustard over low heat, allowing it to simmer.
- Once the meatballs are cooked through, pour the cranberry sauce over them, coating well, and let simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes.
- Transfer meatballs to a serving dish and garnish with parsley and extra cranberry sauce if desired.
Notes
Use fresh herbs for the best flavor and consider adding brown sugar for a sweeter glaze.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Searing and Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg