Sweet-and-Spicy Appetizer Meatballs
I think the elements that really make these meatballs stand out are the great meatballs, of course, and also the Kalamata olives. They really add a great richness to the sauce. These are perfect for game-time munching!
Servings 8
Calories 265kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ¼ cup Kalamata olives sliced
- ½ small onion chopped
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 24 ounce meatballs frozen, thawed
- ½ 14 ounce cranberry sauce
- 16 ounce diced tomatoes un-drained
- ¼ cup chili sauce
- ½ teaspoon dried red pepper flake or more
- 2 teaspoons dried basil
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese shaved
Instructions
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add in the olives, onion and garlic. Cook for 3 minutes or until the onion starts to soften.
- Add all of the remaining ingredients except for the cheese. Stir. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to a simmer.
- Add in the cheese and stir to melt.
- Continue simmering for 30 minutes or until the meatballs are completely warmed through.
Notes
Keep warm for serving. I put them in a small crockpot set to low.
Nutrition
Calories: 265kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 63mg | Sodium: 301mg | Potassium: 404mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 214IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 79mg | Iron: 2mg