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HEARTY SWEET AND TANGY MEATBALLS



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These hearty meatballs, boasting a sweet and savory sauce, can be served as an entree or in a hoagie sandwich. Either way, be prepared for compliments.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup milk
2 slices white bread, torn into small pieces
2 tablespoons onion soup mix
2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 cup canola oil
SAUCE:
1 cup water
1 cup ketchup
1/3 cup molasses
3 tablespoons white vinegar
3 tablespoons prepared mustard
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
6 drops hot pepper sauce

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the milk, bread and soup mix. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls; roll in flour. , In a large skillet, brown meatballs in oil, in batches; drain., In a small bowl, combine the sauce ingredients. Add to skillet with meatballs. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes or until meatballs are no longer pink., Serve immediately or cool before placing in a freezer container. Cover and freeze for up to 3 months., To use frozen meatballs:: Completely thaw in the refrigerator. In a large skillet, add meatballs; cover and cook for 10 minutes or until heated through.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 357 calories, Fat 17g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 700mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

HEARTY MEATBALLS



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These meatballs are real easy to make & super moist. I like to serve them with a side of steamed rice and broccoli. I usually double up on the ingredients to make more. They're always requested in my home.

Provided by Vseward Chef-V

Categories     Meat

Time 40m

Yield 8 meatballs, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (6 ounce) package stove top whole-wheat chicken flavor stuffing mix
1/2 cup hot water
1 egg
1/4 cup light ranch salad dressing
1 lb lean ground beef
1 cup low-fat cheddar cheese, shredded
1/3 cup ketchup

Steps:

  • PREHEAT oven to 375ºF. Combine stuffing mix, water, egg and dressing until moistened. Add meat and cheese; mix well.
  • Shape into eight 2-inch meatballs.
  • PLACE on greased baking sheet; spread with ketchup.
  • BAKE 30 minute Or until cooked through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 486.6, Fat 19.8, SaturatedFat 6.8, Cholesterol 138.4, Sodium 1291.3, Carbohydrate 38.3, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 9.7, Protein 37

HEARTY PARTY MEATBALLS



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This flavorful, filling appetizer is similar to Swedish meatballs. They always disappear when I make them for parties.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 1h25m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 bacon strips, diced
2 teaspoons beef bouillon granules
2 cups boiling water
1 egg
1/4 cup dry bread crumbs
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
Dash pepper
1 pound lean ground beef
2 medium onions, sliced and separated into rings
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 can (12 ounces) beer or 1-1/2 cups beef broth
2 teaspoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons white vinegar
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon browning sauce, optional

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp; remove to paper towels. Drain, reserving drippings. In a small bowl, dissolve bouillon in boiling water. In a large bowl, combine the egg, 1/4 cup of bouillon, bread crumbs, 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls., In a large skillet, brown meatballs in 1 tablespoon of reserved bacon drippings; drain. With a slotted spoon, transfer to a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. In the same skillet, saute onions until tender; drain. Place over meatballs. , In a saucepan. combine flour and 2 tablespoons or reserved drippings until smooth. Gradually stir in beer or broth and remaining bouillon. Add the brown sugar, vinegar, thyme and remaining salt. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in browning sauce if desired. Pour over meatballs. Cover and bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until meat is no longer pink. Sprinkle with bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225 calories, Fat 12g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 69mg cholesterol, Sodium 566mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

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