Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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50
servings
1 lb

ground beef

2 tbsp

bread crumbs

1 unit

egg

slightly beaten

0.5 tsp

salt

0.33 cup

green peppers

finely chopped

0.33 cup

onions

finely chopped

2 tbsp

butter or margarine

1 can

Campbell's tomato soup

3 tbsp

brown sugar

4 tsp

Worcestershire sauce

1 tbsp

mustard

1 tbsp

vinegar

Step 1
~5 min

Mix ground beef, bread crumbs, egg, and salt in a bowl.

Step 2
~5 min

Shape the mixture into small meatballs (approximately 1 inch in diameter).

Step 3
~5 min

Roll the meatballs in a little flour.

Step 4
~5 min

Heat butter or margarine in a pan over medium heat.

Step 5
~5 min

Fry the meatballs in the pan until browned on all sides.

Step 6
~5 min

Alternatively, broil the meatballs in a shallow pan until cooked through.

Step 7
~5 min

In a separate saucepan, combine Campbell's tomato soup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, and vinegar.

Step 8
~5 min

Simmer the sauce over low heat for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 9
~5 min

Add the browned meatballs to the sauce.

Step 10
~5 min

Simmer for an additional 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the meatballs to absorb the sauce.

Step 11
~5 min

Serve hot as an appetizer or snack.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.

If the sauce is too thick, add a little water to thin it out.

The meatballs can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator until ready to cook.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Meatballs and sauce can be made a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as an appetizer or snack at parties.

Serve with a side of mashed potatoes or rice.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Coleslaw
Potato Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Classic American appetizer

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Super Bowl
Thanksgiving

Occasion Tags

Party
Game Day
Holiday

Popularity Score

70/100

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