Festive Meatballs with Sweet Cranberry-Orange Glaze

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These Holiday Meatballs with Cranberry & Orange Sauce offer a delightful blend of flavors, with the rich, savory meatballs perfectly balanced by the sweet and tangy sauce. The addition of cranberry and orange brings a bright, festive touch that elevates the dish, making it an ideal choice for holiday dinners, parties, or even as a cozy winter appetizer.

  1. Ingredients:
  • 1 lb ground beef or turkey
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (for frying)

For the Cranberry-Orange Sauce:

  • 1 1/2 cups fresh cranberries
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • Zest of 1 orange
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • Pinch of salt

Directions:

  1. In a large bowl, combine the ground meat, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, thyme, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  2. Form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. Set aside.
  3. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches, frying them until golden brown on all sides, about 6-8 minutes per batch. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add all the ingredients for the cranberry-orange sauce. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Let the sauce cook for 8-10 minutes, until the cranberries burst and the sauce thickens slightly.
  5. Return the meatballs to the skillet with the sauce, stirring gently to coat. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes, until the meatballs are cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
  6. Serve the meatballs with the cranberry-orange sauce drizzled on top.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes
Kcal: 280 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings

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