Description
Tender meatballs infused with fresh herbs, enveloped in a mouthwatering cranberry glaze, perfect for gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Ground Meat (Beef, Pork, or Turkey)
- 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs (Thyme, Parsley, Rosemary)
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 cup Cranberry Sauce
- 1 Egg
- 1 cup Bread Crumbs
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese (grated)
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Mix the ground meat, fresh herbs, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, egg, and parmesan cheese in a large mixing bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
- Form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, and place on a lightly oiled baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through and golden brown.
- Glaze the meatballs with cranberry sauce mixed with additional herbs.
- Return to the oven for another 5 minutes to set the glaze.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs.
Notes
Use fresh herbs for the best flavor. Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lean option. Allowing meat to reach room temperature before mixing can enhance tenderness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: meatballs, cranberry glaze, comfort food, family recipe, savory meatballs