Ingredients for Sweet And Smoky Meatballs
- 2 large eggs
- Dry Breadcrumbs
- Onion
- Salt
- Worcestershire Sauce
- White Pepper
- Lean Ground Beef
- Ketchup
- Brown Sugar
- Garlic Powder
- Liquid Smoke
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How to Make Sweet And Smoky Meatballs
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, lightly beat 2 large eggs.
- Add 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Mix well.
- Gently incorporate 1 lb ground beef. Avoid overmixing.
- Roll the mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
- Arrange meatballs in a single layer on two ungreased baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until no longer pink, turning halfway through.
- While meatballs bake, prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup ketchup, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, and 1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke (optional).
- Transfer the meatballs to an ungreased 1-quart baking dish.
- Pour the sauce evenly over the meatballs.
- Cover the baking dish and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly and the meatballs are cooked through.
- Uncover and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the sauce has slightly thickened and the meatballs are nicely glazed. Stir gently to coat meatballs evenly.
- Serve immediately over rice, on rolls, or with extra sauce for dipping. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
68 g
Sugar
188g
Fat
82g
Carbs
26g