The Food Factor: Cranberry Turkey Meatball Appetizers

Video by Jonathan Parrish

Juicy, tender cranberry turkey meatballs are coated in a simple pan sauce for superb flavor with only a few simple ingredients. They’re a festive appetizer for your holiday parties but don’t hesitate to enjoy them year-round.

Cranberry Turkey Meatball Appetizers

Ingredients

• 1 pound 93% lean ground turkey
• 1 can (14-ounces) whole cranberry sauce
• ½ cup original flavor barbecue sauce
• 1 egg, beaten
• ¼ cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
• 2 green onions, chopped
• 1 teaspoon low-sodium soy sauce
• Black pepper to taste

Directions

1. In a medium bowl, combine ground turkey, egg, green onions, soy sauce, black pepper, and breadcrumbs. Mix well and shape into 24 balls.
2. Spray a large skillet with nonstick cooking spray and cook turkey meatballs over medium heat until slightly browned. Turn once after browned on one side and continue cooking another 5 minutes or until lightly browned.
3. Heat cranberry and barbecue sauces in a medium saucepan until well mixed. Pour over turkey meatballs, cover and simmer 10 minutes or until meatballs reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees.

Thanks to Illinois Extension for this recipe!

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