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Experience the Joy of Christmas Meatballs This Holiday Season!

Christmas Meatballs 7 Ingredients Perfectly Delicious

Delightfully Festive Christmas Meatballs are the ultimate comfort food that brings families and friends together, creating lasting memories around the dinner table. With their juicy texture and irresistible blend of spices, these meatballs are the perfect addition to any holiday gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 pound ground pork
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (for frying)
  • 1 cup cranberry sauce
  • 1/2 cup chili sauce
  • 2 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.

2. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, eggs, onion, garlic, salt, black pepper, nutmeg, allspice, Worcestershire sauce, and parsley. Mix until well combined.

3. Shape the mixture into 1–1.5 inch meatballs.

4. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the meatballs in batches until browned on all sides, about 5–7 minutes.

5. In a small bowl, mix together the cranberry sauce, chili sauce, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar.

6. Add the meatballs to the skillet with the sauce, tossing to coat evenly. Simmer for 5–10 minutes until the meatballs are cooked through and the sauce is heated.

7. Serve the Christmas Meatballs warm as an appetizer or with your choice of sides.

Notes

These Christmas Meatballs are incredibly versatile and can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. As a festive appetizer, they pair beautifully with a selection of crackers, cheese, and fresh herbs. For a heartier meal, serve them over mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or roasted vegetables.

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Keywords: Christmas Meatballs, Holiday Recipes