Mom's Party Meatballs
Perfect for any gathering, Mom's Party Meatballs are a nostalgic crowd-pleaser packed with flavor and simplicity. This irresistible recipe blends ground beef and pork with pantry staples like breadcrumbs, milk, and spices, ensuring the meatballs are tender and seasoned to perfection. The highlight, however, is the addictive sweet-and-savory sauce made with ketchup, grape jelly, and a splash of Worcestershire sauce—it’s both tangy and indulgently sticky, coating each meatball in pure comfort. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a quick bake in the oven, this dish is ideal for entertaining as an appetizer or serving as a main course over rice or noodles. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and serve warm—your guests won’t stop coming back for more!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 0.5 pound Ground pork
- 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup Milk
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup Ketchup
- 0.75 cup Grape jelly
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until all ingredients are evenly incorporated, but avoid overmixing to keep the meatballs tender.
Step 3
Using your hands or a small cookie scoop, form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly apart.
Step 4
Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until they are cooked through and lightly browned.
Step 5
While the meatballs are baking, prepare the sauce by combining the ketchup, grape jelly, and Worcestershire sauce in a large skillet or saucepan. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the ingredients are well blended and the sauce is smooth.
Step 6
Once the meatballs are done baking, carefully transfer them to the skillet with the sauce. Gently stir to coat the meatballs in the sauce, being careful not to break them apart.
Step 7
Simmer the meatballs in the sauce over low heat for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Step 8
Transfer the meatballs to a serving dish and garnish with chopped parsley, if desired. Serve warm with toothpicks or as part of a main course.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1299.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2895.8 |
| Total Fat 149.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 57.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g | |
| Cholesterol 746.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5074.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 233.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 138.4g | |
| Protein 162.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 112.4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 302.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 17.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1789.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories