Christmas Meatballs

Here’s a fun and straightforward Christmas recipe that you can make with minimal effort:

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs ground beef
• 2 eggs
• 8 soda crackers (pour warm water over, then squeeze dry)
• 1 grated onion
• Salt and pepper (to taste)

For the Sauce:

• 1 bottle chili sauce
• 1 glass grape jelly
• Juice of 1 lemon

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Meatball Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, eggs, squeezed soda crackers, grated onion, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined.

2. Form the Meatballs: Roll the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.

3. Brown the Meatballs: In a frying pan over medium heat, brown the meatballs on all sides. Alternatively, bake them in the oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 20-25 minutes until browned.

4. Prepare the Sauce: Combine the chili sauce, grape jelly, and lemon juice in a slow cooker. Stir until well mixed.

5. Add Meatballs to Sauce: Add them to the slow cooker with the sauce once the meatballs are browned. Stir to coat the meatballs in the sauce.

6. Keep Warm: Set the slow cooker to warm and let the meatballs heat through for about 30 minutes to 1 hour before serving.

Enjoy your sweet and tangy meatballs as a delicious appetizer or main dish! They’re perfect for holiday parties or gatherings!