Aunt Barb's Flavorful Swedish Meatballs
Delight your family and friends with Aunt Barb's Flavorful Swedish Meatballs, a classic comfort food recipe that combines tender meatballs with a mouthwatering sweet and tangy sauce. This dish features a perfect blend of ground beef, savory onion, aromatic garlic, and a unique mix of chili sauce and grape jelly that creates an irresistible glaze. Ideal for gatherings or a cozy dinner at home, these meatballs can be served hot or cold, making them a versatile option for any occasion. Enjoy the rich flavors and the cherished tradition of Aunt Barb's recipe!
24-32
Servings
80
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
Ground beef
1 lb (Use prepackaged frozen Swedish meatballs from the grocery store)
Chili sauce
12 ounces (Chunky style)
Grape jelly
10 ounces (None)
Onion
1/3 cup (Finely minced)
Garlic
1/3 cup (Minced)
Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon (None)
Salt
1/2 teaspoon (To taste)
Pepper
1/8 teaspoon (To taste)
Instructions
1
Begin by preheating your oven and cooking the frozen Swedish meatballs according to the package instructions. Set aside once they are fully cooked.
2
In a deep frying pan, combine the chili sauce, grape jelly, finely minced onion, minced garlic, and Worcestershire sauce.
3
Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the ingredients are well blended and the sauce begins to simmer.
4
Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting for your preference.
5
Add the cooked meatballs to the frying pan, ensuring they are evenly coated with the sauce.
6
Partially cover the pan and let the meatballs simmer on low heat for 30 minutes or longer, stirring frequently to allow the flavors to meld and absorb into the meatballs.
7
Once ready, serve the meatballs hot or cold as a flavorful appetizer or part of a hearty meal. Enjoy the delicious taste of Aunt Barb's secret recipe!
Nutrition Information
5g
Fat
4g
Carbs
5g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aunt Barb's Flavorful Swedish Meatballs?
It is a classic comfort food recipe that features tender meatballs glazed in a sweet and tangy sauce.
What ingredients are needed for the sauce?
The sauce is made from chunky chili sauce, grape jelly, minced onion, minced garlic, and Worcestershire sauce.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes approximately 24 to 32 servings.
What are the nutritional facts for calories?
Each serving contains approximately 80 calories.
Is this recipe a good appetizer?
Yes, it is an ideal flavorful appetizer for gatherings or a hearty meal.
Can these meatballs be served cold?
Yes, these meatballs can be enjoyed either hot or cold.
Can I serve the meatballs hot?
Yes, serving them hot is a common way to enjoy this comfort food dish.
How long should the meatballs simmer?
The meatballs should simmer in the sauce for 30 minutes or longer to allow flavors to meld.
What kind of jelly is in the glaze?
The recipe calls for 10 ounces of grape jelly.
What style of chili sauce is best?
The recipe recommends using 12 ounces of chunky style chili sauce.
Do I use fresh or frozen meatballs?
The recipe specifies using 1 lb of prepackaged frozen Swedish meatballs from the grocery store.
What is the total weight of meat used?
The recipe uses 1 lb of ground beef in the form of prepackaged frozen meatballs.
How should the onion be prepared?
You should use 1/3 cup of finely minced onion.
How much garlic is used?
The recipe requires 1/3 cup of minced garlic.
Is Worcestershire sauce included?
Yes, the recipe uses 1/2 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce.
How much grape jelly is used?
The recipe requires 10 ounces of grape jelly.
How much chili sauce is required?
You will need 12 ounces of chunky style chili sauce.
What are the seasonings?
The meatballs are seasoned with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/8 teaspoon of pepper.
Can I adjust the salt level?
Yes, you should season with salt and pepper to taste based on your preference.
Is this an easy recipe to follow?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy recipe and a versatile option for any occasion.
What is the protein content per serving?
Each serving provides 5g of protein.
How much fat is in each serving?
There are 5g of fat per serving.
What is the carbohydrate count?
Each serving contains 4g of carbohydrates.
What equipment is needed for the sauce?
A deep frying pan is used to combine and heat the sauce ingredients.
Is oven preheating required?
Yes, you must preheat the oven to cook the frozen meatballs according to the package instructions.
How do I blend the sauce?
Heat the ingredients over medium heat and stir occasionally until well blended and simmering.
Why should I stir frequently while simmering?
Frequent stirring allows the flavors of the glaze to meld and absorb evenly into the meatballs.
What is the flavor profile of the sauce?
The sauce is described as a mouthwatering mix of sweet and tangy flavors.
Who created this recipe?
This is a cherished family tradition known as Aunt Barb's secret recipe.
What makes the sauce unique?
The unique combination of chili sauce and grape jelly creates an irresistible glaze.