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Absolute Best Holiday Meatballs Crock Pot Or Not Recipe

These aren't your grandma's meatballs! Our award-winning recipe elevates the classic grape jelly meatballs to a whole new level of flavor. Perfect for holiday parties, football Sundays, or any get-together, these tender meatballs simmered in a sweet and spicy sauce are guaranteed to disappear. Prepare to be amazed – and maybe hide from the hungry crowd!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 823.6 kcal
Protein 9g
Rating 4.0 (2 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Absolute Best Holiday Meatballs Crock Pot Or Not

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How to Make Absolute Best Holiday Meatballs Crock Pot Or Not

  1. In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup ketchup, 1/2 cup grape jelly, 2 tablespoons your favorite hot sauce (like Frank's RedHot), 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon onion powder. Stir over medium heat until the jelly is completely melted and the sauce is smooth and well combined.
  2. Place 2 pounds of your favorite meatballs (homemade or store-bought) in a slow cooker or large saucepan.
  3. Pour the sauce over the meatballs, ensuring they are evenly coated. Stir gently to combine.
  4. For slow cooker: Cook on low for 2-3 hours, or until the meatballs are heated through and the sauce has thickened. For stovetop: Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the meatballs are heated through and the sauce clings beautifully to them.
  5. Serve immediately, hot and delicious! Garnish with chopped green onions or fresh parsley, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

108 g

Sugar

668g

Fat

0g

Carbs

71g

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