Meatballs are a perfect appetizer for any event. Think about
it- you see them at black tie affairs and at things like birthday parties!
Versatility is just one more reason why #BEEF is a go-to protein for any meal!
Today’s #TastyTuesday features beef for a slightly more casual function, a
tailgate!
#BeefUpYourTailgate this football Saturday with these Mini
Meatballs with Apricot Sauce, and you’ll be on the winning team for sure! For
cooking tips and nutritional information, visit Beef It's What's For Dinner. #OctBeefMonth
MINI MEATBALL APPETIZERS WITH APRICOT SAUCE
Total Recipe Time: 25 to 30 minutesMakes 36 mini meatballs
Ingredients:f
- 1 pound Ground Beef (96% lean)
- 1/4 cup seasoned dry bread crumbs
- 2 egg whites or 1 egg, beaten
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
Sauce:
- 3/4 cup apricot preserves
- 3/4 cup barbecue sauce
- 2 tablespoons Dijon-style mustard
Instructions:
- Heat oven to 400°F. Combine Ground Beef, bread crumbs, egg whites, water, salt and pepper in large bowl, mixing lightly but thoroughly. Shape into thirty-six 1-1/4-inch meatballs. Place on rack in broiler pan that has been sprayed with cooking spray. Bake in 400°F oven 15 to 17 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat preserves, barbecue sauce and mustard in medium saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil; reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally or until sauce thickens slightly.
- Add cooked meatballs and continue to cook 2 to 3 minutes or until meatballs are heated through, stirring occasionally. Serve or keep warm in slow cooker (see tip below).
Kitchen Tips:
Cooking times are for fresh or thoroughly thawed Ground Beef. Ground Beef should be cooked to an internal temperature of 160°F. Color is not a reliable indicator of Ground Beef doneness.
To keep meatballs warm, place in 2-1/2-quart slow cooker set on LOW. Keep covered to maintain heat. Meatballs can be held up to 2-1/2 hours, stirring occasionally.
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