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