Tangy Cocktail Meatballs π½οΈ
Recipe Overview:
- Name: Tangy Cocktail Meatballs
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Prep Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 2 minutes
- Description: These Tangy Cocktail Meatballs are the perfect blend of savory and sweet, making them a hit at any gathering. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy!
- Recipe Category: Meat
- Keywords: Kid Friendly, Potluck, Weeknight, Oven, < 4 Hours, Easy
- Aggregated Rating: 5 stars
- Review Count: 9
- Calories: 1359.4
- Fat Content: 45.9g
- Saturated Fat Content: 19g
- Cholesterol Content: 338.8mg
- Sodium Content: 2878.3mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 153.6g
- Fiber Content: 5.6g
- Sugar Content: 110.4g
- Protein Content: 85.3g
- Recipe Yield: 4 dozen meatballs
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | eggs |
| 2 | cups quick oats |
| 1 | can evaporated milk |
| 1 | medium onion |
| 2 tsp | salt |
| 1/2 tsp | pepper |
| 1/2 tsp | garlic powder |
| 3 lbs | lean ground beef |
| 2 cups | ketchup |
| 1 1/2 cups | brown sugar |
| 1/2 cup | chopped onion |
| 1 tsp | liquid smoke |
| 1/2 tsp | garlic powder |
| 1/8 tsp | ground cloves |
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, beat the eggs until well mixed.
- Add all remaining ingredients to the bowl: quick oats, evaporated milk, chopped onion, salt, pepper, garlic powder, lean ground beef, ketchup, brown sugar, liquid smoke, garlic powder, and ground cloves. Mix well until fully combined.
- Shape the mixture into 1-1/2 inch meatballs.
- Place the meatballs onto two 13×9 baking pans.
- Bake the meatballs, uncovered, at 375Β°F (190Β°C) for 30 minutes.
- Once baked, drain any excess grease and place all meatballs onto one pan.
- In a saucepan, combine all sauce ingredients: ketchup, brown sugar, chopped onion, liquid smoke, garlic powder, and ground cloves. Bring the sauce to a boil.
- Pour the hot sauce over the meatballs.
- Bake the meatballs, uncovered, for an additional 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Serve hot and enjoy these tangy cocktail meatballs at your next gathering!
These Tangy Cocktail Meatballs are not only easy to make but also incredibly delicious, making them perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, or any occasion where you need a crowd-pleasing dish. So gather your ingredients and get ready to impress your guests with this flavorful recipe!
