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Meet the Cook: Since we raise hogs, pork's plentiful at our place. If my husband's able to identify cranberries in a dish, however, he won't eat it. So, the first time I made these meatballs, I was thrilled when he raved about them. Our children - 5 and 2 - also consider them a favorite. And I've had many people request the recipe. But I really knew I had a "winner" when my grandmother asked me for it! -Tammy Neubauer, Ida Grove, Iowa
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Nutritional Facts 1 serving (6 each) equals 297 calories, 12 g fat (4 g saturated fat), 86 mg cholesterol, 681 mg sodium, 31 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 16 g protein.
Originally published as Cranberry Meatballs in Country Woman September/October 1992, p31
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Reviewed on Dec. 28, 2012 by Santa O'Neill
Great recipe. Made it with frozen meatballs and it was still the best ever.
Reviewed on Apr. 18, 2012 by pinksuitcases
I think I was a little heavy-handed with the ketchup, so these sweet little meatballs gave me awful heartburn....but they were so good, I'll make them again! Easy too...with ingredients I already had on hand in the pantry. Love that!
Reviewed on Nov. 11, 2011 by parksville
I cheated and used 2 lbs frozen Rosini Italian meatballs from Walmart. Cooked in the crockpot for 4-1/2 hours on low. The sauce is terrific and I'll definitely make them again. Any leftovers reheat well in the microwave and are very, very tasty!
Reviewed on Oct. 10, 2011 by Schmiedt
Definite crowd pleaser!
Reviewed on Apr. 24, 2011 by slm500
This recipe is to die for. Everyone liked it and it knocked my sisters sweet and sour recipe out of the favorites
Reviewed on Apr. 07, 2011 by JulieMarae
These are very good!
Reviewed on Nov. 29, 2010 by Joanna07
I used frozen meatballs, and made the sauce exactly as written. Delicious!!!! My MIL even asked for the recipe, and you know it is good when people want the recipe.
Reviewed on Nov. 22, 2010 by tayrose
I use 1/2 cup katchup and 1/2 cup BBQ sause, turned out great.
Reviewed on Nov. 20, 2010 by pcinant
I used regular breadcrumbs and they were delicious!!
Reviewed on Oct. 04, 2010 by swtlissdrmwvr
Love the sauce for these meatballs!!! It is so simple and SO yummy! I have even bought the frozen meatballs and thrown it all in the crock pot til they were heated through. So easy if your in a hurry! Every time i make them...we have NO leftovers!
Reviewed on Mar. 18, 2010 by Jangirl
I made this for friends, they enjoyed it. I tried this recipe with Ground Pork then I tried it with Ground Beef...I think I like the beef better. I will make them again.
Reviewed on Feb. 15, 2010 by oklahomacountrygirl
I made this recipe was excellent. Always looking for new recipe my son on gluten free diet. The kids and hubby loved it. I am going to try make it Italian meatballs next time. Will add garlic and Italian seasoning. Happy Cooking.
Reviewed on Feb. 06, 2010 by nan101nan
I found these meatballs so tasty & would definately make them again.
Reviewed on Jan. 16, 2010 by Seesa
Delicious!! Will definitely make this again.
Reviewed on Dec. 14, 2009 by 3B3G
I've used the recipe from scratch and I've used pre-made meatballs and just followed the sauce recipe. Either way they are a huge hit! I do like to make them a day early the flavor really soaks unto the meatballs.
Reviewed on Oct. 11, 2009 by mommyto3boys
I love the flavor of the sauce!! I used the frozen Italian meatballs from Sam's and baked them in the oven. Mixed the sauce and then combined them in a lg. pot. Less grease from the meatballs that way, too. Delicious!
Reviewed on Dec. 26, 2008 by strongkat
I usually make this with frozen meatballs from the grocery but crockpot them in the sauce for about 4 hours. They always come out fabulous with raves from everyone. I've taken them to many parties and they are always gone.
Reviewed on Dec. 06, 2008 by cookinkylee
I love this meatball recipe. I have served it at parties and always get rave reviews. there are never any left over. I usually mix pork and beef; however, I have made this with beef or turkey only for my Jewish friends. Turned out great each way. I usually substitute crushed cheese its and spicey ketchup. Fantastic!
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