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Savory Christmas Meatballs

Savory Christmas Meatballs with a Festive Cranberry Twist

Enjoy these Savory Christmas Meatballs that beautifully blend savory flavors with a festive cranberry touch, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds Ground Beef Chuck Opt for 80/20 fat content for the best moisture.
  • 1 cup Evaporated Milk Can be substituted with whole milk for a lighter touch.
  • 1 cup Dry Breadcrumbs Use gluten-free breadcrumbs for a gluten-free version.
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce Soy sauce can be a good alternative.
  • 1 packet Onion Soup Mix Onion powder and garlic powder make a nice homemade substitute.
  • 1/2 cup Ketchup Sugar-free ketchup works for a low-sugar option.
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Maple syrup can serve as an alternative.
  • 1/4 cup Port Wine Replace with apple juice for a non-alcoholic choice.
  • 1 cup Fresh Cranberries Dried cranberries can be used in a pinch.
Glaze Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup Ketchup Consider a spicy ketchup for an extra kick.
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar A little goes a long way in achieving a delightful top layer.

Equipment

  • oven
  • mixing bowl
  • baking dish
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather your ingredients and mixing bowls.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, evaporated milk, dry breadcrumbs, Worcestershire sauce, onion soup mix, ketchup, brown sugar, port wine, and fresh cranberries. Mix until well incorporated.
  3. Transfer the mixture to a lined baking dish and shape it into a compact loaf.
  4. Brush the top with the remaining Worcestershire sauce or a mixture of ketchup and brown sugar.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 1 hour or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
  6. Remove from the oven and let it rest for about 10 minutes.
  7. Slice the meatloaf into hearty portions and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This meatloaf makes for delicious leftovers, perfect for sandwiches or breakfast the next day.

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