Barbecue Meatballs and Vegetables Recipe

Name: Barbecue Meatballs and Vegetables
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup MIRACLE WHIP Dressing Family Dollar $3.50 thru 02/07; 1/2 cup KRAFT Original Barbecue Sauce; 1/4 cup honey; 1 Tbsp. chili powder, divided; 1 tsp. ground black pepper, divided; 1 tsp. ground red pepper (cayenne), divided; 1 tsp. salt, divided; 1 lb. ground beef Safeway 1 lb For $3.99 thru 02/09; 1 medium green pepper, cut into chunks; 1 medium onion, sliced; 1 cup sliced mushrooms; 1 cup sliced yellow squash; 1 cup sliced zucchini; 1 can (8 oz.) pineapple chunks, drained; 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley

Servings: persons

1/2 cup MIRACLE WHIP Dressing Family Dollar $3.50 thru 02/07
1/2 cup KRAFT Original Barbecue Sauce
1/4 cup honey
1 Tbsp. chili powder, divided
1 tsp. ground black pepper, divided
1 tsp. ground red pepper (cayenne), divided
1 tsp. salt, divided
1 lb. ground beef Safeway 1 lb For $3.99 thru 02/09
1 medium green pepper, cut into chunks
1 medium onion, sliced
1 cup sliced mushrooms
1 cup sliced yellow squash
1 cup sliced zucchini
1 can (8 oz.) pineapple chunks, drained
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley

1
Combine dressing, barbecue sauce, honey, 2 tsp.
2
of the chili powder and 1/2 tsp.
3
each of the ground black pepper, red pepper and salt.
4
Set aside.
5
Mix meat, remaining 1 tsp.
6
chili powder and remaining 1/2 tsp.
7
each of the black pepper, red pepper and salt.
8
Shape into 12 meatballs.
9
Brown meatballs in large skillet on medium-high heat; drain.
10
Set aside.
11
In same skillet, cook and stir green pepper, onion, mushrooms, squash, zucchini and pineapple on medium heat 5 minutes.
12
Reduce heat to low.
13
Stir in reserved dressing mixture and the meatballs; cover.
14
Simmer 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
15
Stir in parsley.

425

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup MIRACLE WHIP Dressing Family Dollar $3.50 thru 02/07, 1/2 cup KRAFT Original Barbecue Sauce, 1/4 cup honey, 1 Tbsp. chili powder, divided, and more.

Yes, Barbecue Meatballs and Vegetables falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Barbecue Meatballs and Vegetables

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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