Ingredients
– 1 pound (about 454 grams) ground beef
– 1 pound (about 454 grams) ground pork
– 1 cup bread crumbs
– 2/3 cup finely minced onion
– 1/2 cup milk
– 2 eggs
– 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
– Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
– Vegetable shortening for frying
– 1 jar chili sauce (approximately 12 to 16 ounces or 340 to 454 grams)
– 1 jar grape jelly (approximately 12 to 16 ounces or 340 to 454 grams)
Instructions
1-First, gather and prepare all ingredients. Chop the onion finely and measure everything out to keep things organized. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, bread crumbs, minced onion, milk, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper, mixing gently to avoid overworking the meat.
2-Next, shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs, aiming for about 48 pieces for even cooking. Brown the meatballs by pan-frying or baking at 400 degrees Fahrenheit until they reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit, which helps lock in flavor and texture.
3-Then, place the meatballs in the crockpot and add the chili sauce and grape jelly, stirring gently to coat them evenly. Cover and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours or on high for 2 to 3 hours until everything is hot and bubbly. Alternatively, simmer the meatballs with the sauces in a saucepan for about 10 minutes if you need a quicker option.
Last Step:
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๐ด Use store-bought frozen meatballs for a quick and convenient version.
๐ Experiment with different fruit jellies or chili sauces for unique flavor twists.
โฒ๏ธ Browning meatballs before simmering improves texture and flavor depth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 2 to 6 hours
- Cook Time: 2 to 6 hours
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking and Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Contains Pork and Beef
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
