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 Original Spread; 1/2 cup Kraft Original BBQ Sauce; 1/4 cup honey; 1 Tbsp. chili powder, divided; 1 tsp. ground black pepper, divided; 1 tsp. cayenne pepper, divided; 1 lb. (450 g) extra-lean ground beef; 1 green pepper, cut into chunks; 1 onion, sliced; 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms; 1 cup each green and yellow zucchini slices; 1 can (14 fl oz/398 mL) pineapple chunks in juice, drained; 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley

Servings: persons

1/2 cup Miracle Whip Original Spread
1/2 cup Kraft Original BBQ Sauce
1/4 cup honey
1 Tbsp. chili powder, divided
1 tsp. ground black pepper, divided
1 tsp. cayenne pepper, divided
1 lb. (450 g) extra-lean ground beef
1 green pepper, cut into chunks
1 onion, sliced
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 cup each green and yellow zucchini slices
1 can (14 fl oz/398 mL) pineapple chunks in juice, drained
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley

1
Combine Miracle Whip, barbecue sauce, honey, 2 tsp.
2
chili powder, and 1/2 tsp.
3
each black pepper and cayenne pepper.
4
Mix meat and remaining chili powder, black pepper and cayenne pepper just until blended; shape into 12 meatballs.
5
Cook in large skillet on medium-high heat 10 min.
6
or until evenly browned, turning after 5 min.
7
Remove from skillet; drain.
8
Add vegetables and pineapple to skillet; cook on medium heat 5 min.
9
Stir in Miracle Whip mixture and meatballs; cover.
10
Simmer 15 min., stirring occasionally.
11
Stir in parsley.

428

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup Miracle Whip Original Spread, 1/2 cup Kraft Original BBQ 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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