Quick Christmas Cranberry Meatballs (Printable Version)

Sweet and tangy meatballs simmered in cranberry and chili sauces for a festive treat.

# Ingredients Required:

→ Sauce

01 - 396 g jellied cranberry sauce (1 can)
02 - 354 ml chili sauce (1 bottle)
03 - 50 g brown sugar (¼ cup)
04 - 1 tsp garlic powder
05 - ½ tsp ground black pepper

→ Meatballs

06 - 907 g frozen pre-cooked meatballs (beef or turkey, approx. 1 bag)

# Guide to Cooking:

01 - Combine the cranberry sauce, chili sauce, brown sugar, garlic powder, and black pepper in a large skillet or saucepan. Stir over medium heat until the mixture is smooth and heated through, approximately 5 minutes.
02 - Add the frozen meatballs to the saucepan, stirring to coat evenly with the sauce. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes until the meatballs are thoroughly heated.
03 - Transfer the coated meatballs to a serving bowl or a slow cooker set to warm. Optionally garnish with chopped parsley or rosemary before serving.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - For extra heat, incorporate a pinch of cayenne pepper. This dish can be prepared in advance and reheated. Serving with toothpicks is recommended for convenience.