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Barbecued Meatballs Recipe

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These delicious barbecued meatballs are made with ground beef, fresh bread crumbs, and a tangy barbecue sauce, baked to perfection and perfect for parties or a comforting family meal. The meatballs are baked in the oven and finished with your favorite barbecue sauce for a rich, flavorful dish.

Ingredients

Meatballs

  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • 1 ½ cups fresh bread crumbs
  • 2 eggs
  • ½ cup milk
  • ¼ cup chopped onion
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt

Sauce

  • 1 (18 ounce) bottle barbecue sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) to prepare for baking the meatballs evenly.
  2. Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, thoroughly combine the ground beef, fresh bread crumbs, eggs, milk, chopped onion, and salt until well mixed.
  3. Shape Meatballs: Form the mixture into meatballs about 1 inch in diameter, ensuring they are uniform in size for even cooking.
  4. Arrange Meatballs: Place the meatballs evenly in a 9×13-inch baking dish, making sure they are not touching to allow heat circulation.
  5. Bake Initially: Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes to cook them through.
  6. Add Barbecue Sauce: Pour the bottle of barbecue sauce evenly over the meatballs and return them to the oven.
  7. Finish Baking: Bake for an additional 35 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and glaze the meatballs perfectly.
  8. Serve Warm: Once done, serve the barbecue meatballs hot. Optionally, keep them warm in a slow cooker or server for parties or gatherings.

Notes

  • Use fresh bread crumbs for best texture and moisture.
  • Adjust the barbecue sauce amount based on your preferred sauce coverage.
  • For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili powder to the meat mixture.
  • Meatballs can be kept warm in a slow cooker on low setting before serving.
  • Ensure meatballs are cooked to an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C) for safety.

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