Festive Meat Balls Recipe

Name: Festive Meat Balls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1-1/2 lbs (.7 kg). lean ground beef; 1 4-1/2 oz (126 grm). can deviled ham; 2/3 cup (150 ml) evaporated milk; 2 eggs, beaten slightly; 1 tbsp (15 ml). onions, grated; 2 cups (475 ml) soft bread crumbs; 1/2 tsp (2 ml). salt; 1/4 tsp (1 ml). allspice; 1/4 tsp (1 ml). pepper; 1/4 cup (60 ml). flour; 1/4 cup (60 ml) water; 1 tbsp (15 ml). catsup; 1 tsp (5 ml). dried dill weed; 1 cup (225 ml) sour cream

Servings: persons

1-1/2 lbs (.7 kg). lean ground beef
1 4-1/2 oz (126 grm). can deviled ham
2/3 cup (150 ml) evaporated milk
2 eggs, beaten slightly
1 tbsp (15 ml). onions, grated
2 cups (475 ml) soft bread crumbs
1/2 tsp (2 ml). salt
1/4 tsp (1 ml). allspice
1/4 tsp (1 ml). pepper
1/4 cup (60 ml). flour
1/4 cup (60 ml) water
1 tbsp (15 ml). catsup
1 tsp (5 ml). dried dill weed
1 cup (225 ml) sour cream

1
Combine beef and ham with milk, eggs, onion, bread crumbs, salt, allspice and pepper.
2
Shape into meat balls about 2 inches in diameter.
3
(If desired, meat balls may be formed smaller as appetizer size.)
4
Carefully arrange meat balls in slow-cooking pot (crockpot).
5
Cover and cook on low for 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 hours.
6
Turn control to high.
7
Stir in flour that has been dissolved in 1/4 cup (60 ml) water.
8
Add catsup and dill weed.
9
Cook on high for 15 to 20 minutes, or until slightly thickened.
10
Turn heat off and stir in sour cream.

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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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1-1/2 lbs (.7 kg). lean ground beef, 1 4-1/2 oz (126 grm). can deviled ham, 2/3 cup (150 ml) evaporated milk, 2 eggs, beaten slightly, and more.

Yes, Festive Meat Balls 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!

Festive Meat Balls

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Variations & substitutions

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