BBQ-Glazed Homemade Meatballs

Ingredients

• 1 lb. ground beef
• 1 egg, lightly beaten
• 1/2 cup bread crumbs
• 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, egg, bread crumbs, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix together until combined.
3. Using your hands, form the mixture into 1-inch balls and place on the prepared baking sheet.
4. Bake for 20 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through.
5. Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, combine ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, vinegar, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper. Bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally, and cook for 5 minutes.
6. Remove the saucepan from heat and add the cooked meatballs. Gently stir to coat the meatballs in the BBQ glaze.
7. Serve the meatballs warm.

Interesting Facts

• This recipe is a great way to use up any leftover ground beef you might have in the fridge.
• You can use any type of ground meat you like in this recipe, such as pork, chicken, or turkey.
• The BBQ glaze can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to five days.