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kerensa on 1.3.2011
delicious!
i usually make something similar for grilling chicken, never thought to put it on meatballs but it is sooo good!
Grape Jelly BBQ Meatballs
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The easiest, tastiest appetizer you’ll ever make! These meatballs are a holiday tradition in my family, and even my vegetarian sister is known to sneak a couple when no one is looking. You can make your own meatballs, but to be honest, pre-cooked, frozen meatballs stand up better in the slow cooker.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Frozen Meatballs (plain, Not Italian-style)
- 1-½ cup Chili Sauce
- 1 cup Grape Jelly
- Mustard (Optional)
Preparation
Throw the meatballs, chili sauce, and grape jelly into the slow cooker and give it a good stir.
Mix in a good squirt of dijon or yellow mustard for extra tang (optional).
Place lid on cooker and set for 3 hours on high or 6 hours on low. Stir occasionally.
Serve as an appetizer or in a buffet line.
This recipe can easily be doubled or even tripled. Make more than you think you’ll need—they heat up great the day after for a quick lunch, too.
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Cowgirlskitchen on 4.26.2011
I love this recipe. I’ve used the sauce with diced chicken breasts and popcorn chicken served over rice. Good stuff!
kerensa on 1.3.2011
if you can’t find chile sauce, just substitute ketchup and a little pepper for heat!
the grape jelly cooks down and makes a sweet, sticky sauce and the chile adds a little kick
this is my favorite bbq sauce (with a little garlic and onion powder) on chicken, turkey, ribs, etc.
love it!
lesliebckidz on 12.23.2010
Seriously! If someone doesn’t make these each Christmas, the family men get ticked off! lol Dipping a meatball in the velveeta/rotel dip is a must. Great recipe.
Tracy H on 7.18.2010
I LOVE these meatballs. I’ve never thought of or seen the mustard addition. I will try it next time. The pretzel idea is clevah!
The Sugar Tree on 4.26.2010
Been making these meatballs for years and they are fantastic and SO easy!!! I use 2 jars of Heinz Chili Sauce (have found the brand is crutial!) a small jar of jelly and 1/2 cup warm water. Always a huge hit!