Quick Christmas Cranberry Meatballs – Easy, Festive Holiday Appetizer
Ingredients
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- 1 can (14 oz) jellied cranberry sauce
- 1 bottle (12 oz) chili sauce
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 bag (about 32 oz) frozen pre-cooked meatballs (beef or turkey)
Instructions
- In a large skillet or saucepan, combine cranberry sauce, chili sauce, brown sugar, garlic powder, and black pepper. Stir over medium heat until smooth and heated through (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in the frozen meatballs, coating evenly. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 15–20 minutes until heated through.
- Transfer to a serving bowl or slow cooker set to warm. Garnish with chopped parsley or rosemary if desired.