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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)
Absolute Best Holiday Meatballs Crock Pot Or Not

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Ingredients for Absolute Best Holiday Meatballs Crock Pot Or Not

  • 2 pounds meatballs (homemade or store-bought)
  • 1 cup ketchup
  • Grape Jelly
  • Sriracha Sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder

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.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Small additions can make a big impact! Try a sprinkle of fresh herbs, a dash of your favorite spice blend, or a squeeze of citrus just before serving to really enhance the flavors of your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

108 g

Sugar

668g

Fat

0g

Carbs

71g

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