Sweet And Smoky Meatballs Recipe

Name: Sweet And Smoky Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Meatballs; 4 eggs; 2 cups dry breadcrumbs; 1/2 cup finely chopped onion; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce; 1/2 teaspoon white pepper or 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 4 lbs lean ground beef; Sauce; 1 cup ketchup; 3/4 cup packed brown sugar; 1/4 - 1/2 cup chopped onion; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke

Servings: persons

Meatballs
4 eggs
2 cups dry breadcrumbs
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon white pepper or 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
4 lbs lean ground beef
Sauce
1 cup ketchup
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 - 1/2 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke

1
In large bowl, beat eggs.
2
Add the next five ingredients.
3
Add beef;mix well.
4
Shape into balls.
5
Place in single layers on ungreased baking pans.
6
Bake at 400 for 10-15 minutes or until no longer pink, turning often.
7
Drain.
8
Place meatballs into an ungreased 1 qt baking dish.
9
Combine the sauce ingredients and pour over meatballs.
10
Cover and bake at 350 for about 15-30 minutes.
11
Stir to cover meatballs evenly with sauce.

1709

kcal

Calories

103

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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: Meatballs, 4 eggs, 2 cups dry breadcrumbs, 1/2 cup finely chopped onion, and more.

Yes, Sweet And Smoky Meatballs 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!

Sweet And Smoky Meatballs

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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