Grape Jelly Meatballs
A delightful appetizer combining sweet grape jelly with savory chili and BBQ sauces, perfect for gatherings and potlucks.
Ingredients
For the Meatballs
- 32 ounces cooked homestyle meatballs Use quality or homemade meatballs for the best flavor.
For the Sauce
- 18 ounces grape jelly Sweeten the dish.
- 12 ounces Heinz chili sauce Savory flavor that complements the sweetness.
- 0.5 cup BBQ sauce Add your preferred type of BBQ sauce.
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper Adjust to taste.
HOMECOOKIN Slow Cooker, Extra Large 10 Quart Digital Programmable Slow Cookers with Timer
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Cuisinart Stand Mixer, 12 Speed, 5.5 Quart Stainless Steel Bowl, Chef’s Whisk, Mixing Paddle, Dough Hook, Splash Guard w/ Pour Spout, White Linen, SM-50NAS, Manual
Instructions
Preparation
- Prepare your slow cooker on the counter.
- In a medium-sized bowl, add grape jelly, chili sauce, BBQ sauce, and black pepper. Whisk until well-blended.
- Pour in the cooked meatballs and gently toss to coat them in the sauce.
Cooking
- Transfer the meatball mixture into the slow cooker. Cover and set to low for 3-4 hours or high for 1.5-2 hours.
Serving
- Once warmed through, serve directly from the slow cooker on toothpicks or over rice.
- Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
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Notes
For added flavor, consider mixing in chopped onions, bell peppers, or garlic into the sauce. Adjust the sweetness by reducing grape jelly or adding sriracha for heat.