Meatballs with Cranberry Sauce

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  • Average
  • 15 mins
  • 480 mins
  • Average budget

Ingredients

  • For the meatballs:
  • 2 lbs (900 g) ground beef or pork
  • 2 eggs, lightly beaten
  • 2-3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 cup (250 ml) bread crumbs
  • 1 tsp (5 ml) paprika
  • Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
  • For the sauce:
  • 1 cup (250 ml) ketchup
  • 1 cup (250 ml) tomato juice
  • 1 can (14 oz, 395 g) whole berry cranberry sauce
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp (5 ml) ground ginger

Preparation

Step 1

Combine all ingredients for the meatballs, mixing thoroughly. Form
into 1-inch balls and place on a greased baking sheet.
Bake in a preheated 350F oven for 20 minutes. Discard the drippings and transfer the meatballs to the slow cooker.
Combine the ingredients for the sauce in a bowl and mix well.
Pour over the meatballs and cook covered on high heat (or in a
preheated 350F, for 3 to 4 hours.

Serves 8 to 12 as an appetizer, 4 to 6 as a main course.