Bbq Meatballs Courtesy Of Pioneer Woman Recipe

Name: Bbq Meatballs Courtesy Of Pioneer Woman
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 60 min
Total time: 80 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs ground beef; 1 cup rolled oats; 1/2 cup milk; 3 teaspoons very finely minced onion; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 cup unseasoned flour; 2 tablespoons canola oil; 1 cup ketchup; 1/2 cup sugar; 2 tablespoons white vinegar; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 1/2 teaspoon Tabasco sauce

These aren't your grandma's Italian meatballs! These juicy BBQ meatballs, inspired by Ree Drummond, are like mini meatloaves, boasting tons of flavorful surface area. The sweet and tangy BBQ sauce is pure comfort food magic – think classic ketchup-based goodness with a hint of nostalgia. Kids love them (a miracle!), and they're even better the next day on toasted buns with melted mozzarella! Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual get-together. Serve with egg noodles, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread for a complete meal.

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 60 mins

Calories 487 kcal

Protein 57g

Rating 5.0 (6 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Bbq Meatballs Courtesy Of Pioneer Woman

1.5 lbs ground beef
1 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup milk
3 teaspoons very finely minced onion
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup unseasoned flour
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 cup ketchup
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon Tabasco sauce

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How to Make Bbq Meatballs Courtesy Of Pioneer Woman

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large bowl, gently combine 1.5 lbs ground beef, 1 cup rolled oats, ½ cup milk, 3 teaspoons very finely minced onion, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper.
Roll the mixture into medium-small meatballs (approximately 1.5 inches in diameter).
Place meatballs on a baking sheet and freeze for 5 minutes.
After 5 minutes, remove meatballs from the freezer and dredge in ½ cup unseasoned flour, ensuring each meatball is evenly coated.
Heat 2 tablespoons canola oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the meatballs in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan, until lightly browned on all sides.
Transfer the browned meatballs to a 9x13 inch baking dish.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the BBQ sauce ingredients (recipe below).
Pour the BBQ sauce evenly over the meatballs in the baking dish.
Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 45 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and the sauce is bubbly.
Serve immediately with egg noodles tossed in a little melted butter, creamy mashed potatoes, or crusty French bread.