Crazy Meatballs Recipe
🍽️ Name: Crazy Meatballs
🕒 Cook Time: 2 hours
🕒 Prep Time: 30 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
📖 Description: Make and share this Crazy Meatballs recipe from lovewithrecipes.com.
🍖 Recipe Category: Meat
🔍 Keywords: Weeknight, Oven, Less than 4 Hours
🍽️ Recipe Yield: 1 9×13 pan of meatballs
👨🍳 Recipe Servings: Adjust based on your preference
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | ground beef |
| 1 | chili sauce |
| 1 | cranberry sauce |
| 1 | sauerkraut |
| 1 | brown sugar |
| 1 | water |
| 1/2 | bread crumbs |
| 1 | onion soup mix |
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 334
- Fat Content: 6.9g
- Saturated Fat Content: 2.6g
- Cholesterol Content: 28.9mg
- Sodium Content: 258.6mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 60.2g
- Fiber Content: 1.1g
- Sugar Content: 53.5g
- Protein Content: 9.2g
Instructions:
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In a large bowl, combine ground beef, bread crumbs, and onion soup mix. Mix until well incorporated.
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Form the mixture into meatballs, ensuring they are evenly sized for even cooking.
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Place the meatballs in a 9×13″ baking pan, making sure they are spaced evenly to allow for even cooking and sauce coverage.
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In a saucepan, combine chili sauce, cranberry sauce, sauerkraut, brown sugar, and water. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
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Simmer the sauce mixture over low heat until all the ingredients are thoroughly mixed and the sauce has a uniform consistency.
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Once the sauce is ready, pour it evenly over the meatballs in the baking pan, ensuring each meatball is coated with the flavorful sauce.
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Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C), and then bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for approximately 2 hours or until they are cooked through and the sauce has caramelized slightly.
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Once cooked, remove the meatballs from the oven and allow them to cool slightly before serving.
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Serve the Crazy Meatballs hot, garnished with your favorite herbs or alongside a side dish of your choice for a complete and satisfying meal!
This Crazy Meatballs recipe is perfect for busy weeknights when you want a hearty and flavorful dish that’s easy to prepare. The combination of savory ground beef, tangy chili sauce, sweet cranberry sauce, and zesty sauerkraut creates a unique and delicious flavor profile that will delight your taste buds. Plus, with just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep work, you can have this mouthwatering dish on the table in no time. Whether you’re cooking for family dinner or hosting a gathering with friends, these Crazy Meatballs are sure to be a hit!
