Tangy Cranberry Meatballs Recipe Video

Perfect for a holiday appetizer, tailgate party or family get-together, these Tangy Cranberry Meatballs come together in a jiffy using leftover gravy and cranberry sauce from your holiday meal. So easy...and so good!

Summary

Preparation Time15 MinCooking Time3 Hr 0 Min
Ready In3 Hr 15 MinDifficulty LevelVery Easy
Servings8Cuisine
SpecialityMain Ingredient
Interest Group

Ingredients

 Meatballs1 3⁄4 Pound, frozen (or leftover)
 Brown gravy mix1 1⁄5 Ounce (package or leftover)
 Whole-berry cranberry sauce3⁄4 Cup (12 tbs) (or leftover or bottled)
 Dijon mustard2 Teaspoon
 Whipping cream2 Tablespoon
For garnish
 Dried cranberries2 Tablespoon, sweetened
 Fresh parsley1 Teaspoon, minced

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Calories 216 Calories from Fat 75

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 8 g11.8%

Saturated Fat 1.5 g7.6%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 5.9 mg2%

Sodium 635.2 mg26.5%

Total Carbohydrates 17 g5.7%

Dietary Fiber 3.7 g15%

Sugars 5.3 g

Protein 19 g38.6%

Vitamin A 2.5% Vitamin C 1.4%

Calcium 5.5% Iron 26.4%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

MAKING
1. In a slow cooker, place the frozen meatballs and set aside.
2. Make brown gravy according to instruction on the package.
3. Add in cranberry sauce, mustard and cream, in the gravy and stir to well combined.
4. Pour the gravy mixture over meatballs and stir lightly to coat evenly.
5. Put the lid on and cook over low heat for 4 to 5 hours, or on high setting for 2 to 3 hours.

SERVING
6. Using a perforated ladle remove meatballs and place a serving dish.
7. Sprinkle with dried cranberries and minced parsley, if desired and serve hot.
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