Delicious Holiday Buffet Meatballs

These holiday buffet meatballs are a classic crowd-pleaser, made with a savory blend of ground beef, breadcrumbs, and seasonings, then simmered in a sweet and tangy sauce. They are the perfect addition to any holiday buffet, sure to be a hit with all your guests.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp pepper
• 1 cup ketchup
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tbsp mustard
• 1/4 cup water

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, Parmesan cheese, egg, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
3. Shape mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
4. Bake meatballs for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through.
5. In a medium saucepan, combine ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until heated through.
6. Add cooked meatballs to the saucepan and stir to coat evenly. Simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
7. Serve meatballs hot, garnished with chopped parsley, as a delicious appetizer for your holiday buffet.

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