Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 pound

Lean ground beef

1 unit

Egg

beaten

0.5 cup

Fine bread crumbs

3 tbsp

Fresh parsley

chopped

0.5 cup

Onion

finely chopped

1 tsp

Salt

to taste

1 tbsp

Worcestershire sauce

0.5 tsp

Freshly ground black pepper

12 ounce

Heinz Chile Sauce

10 ounce

Grape Jelly

1 tsp

Fresh lemon juice

2 tbsp

Brown sugar

1 tbsp

Soy sauce

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) if baking meatballs.

Step 2
~3 min

In a bowl, combine ground meat, beaten egg, bread crumbs, parsley, chopped onion, salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and black pepper.

Step 3
~3 min

Mix well to combine.

Step 4
~3 min

Form small meatballs, about 1/2 inch to 1 inch in diameter.

Step 5
~3 min

If baking: Place meatballs on a parchment or aluminum foil lined pan.

Step 6
~3 min

Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until light brown.

Step 7
~3 min

In a medium/large pot, combine Heinz Chile Sauce, Grape Jelly, lemon juice, brown sugar, and soy sauce.

Step 8
~3 min

Bring the sauce to a boil.

Step 9
~3 min

If adding raw meatballs: Gently place them into the boiling sauce.

Step 10
~3 min

Simmer for about 30 minutes, or until meatballs are cooked through and infused with the sauce.

Step 11
~3 min

If adding baked meatballs: Add them to the simmering sauce and simmer for 15 minutes.

Step 12
~3 min

Serve hot with toothpicks as an appetizer or over rice as a main course with some veggies on the side.

Step 13
~3 min

To freeze leftovers: Cool sauce and cooked meatballs separately. Freeze the sauce and meatballs separately.

Step 14
~3 min

When ready to use, thaw the sauce and bring to a simmer in a pot.

Step 15
~3 min

Add the thawed meatballs and simmer for about 20 minutes. Serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust sweetness by adding more or less brown sugar.

Add a dash of hot sauce for extra spice.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made ahead and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with toothpicks as an appetizer.

Serve over rice as a main course.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Steamed rice
Green beans
Mashed potatoes

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Common party appetizer

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Holiday parties
Super Bowl

Occasion Tags

Party
Holiday
Game Day

Popularity Score

75/100

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