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Quick Cranberry Meatballs (Christmas Recipe)

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350
A festive and easy-to-make dish perfect for holiday gatherings, combining savory meatballs with a sweet and tangy cranberry sauce.

Ingredients

Meatballs

  • 1 pound frozen meatballs
  • 1 cup cranberry sauce (jelly-style or whole cranberries blended)
  • 0.5 cup orange juice
  • 0.25 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce (optional)
  • fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions 

  • Combine cranberry sauce, orange juice, honey, and soy sauce in a skillet.
  • Heat over medium, stirring until smooth and heated.
  • Add frozen meatballs, coating them with sauce.
  • Simmer on low for 15-20 minutes until heated through and sauce thickens.
  • Garnish with parsley if desired and serve warm.

Notes

For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cranberry, Holiday, meatballs

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 10g | Sodium: 900mg