Sweet ‘N Kicky Meatballs

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Meatballs

1 pound lean ground beef
1/2 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup fresh bread crumbs
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
1 egg, slightly beaten
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon minced dried onion
2 cups beef broth (or one 13 3/4oz can)
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley

Cranberry Sauce

1 can whole berry cranberry sauce
1/4 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons canned chopped green chilies
1/4 cup apple jelly

 

Preparation

1.Combine all ingredients except broth in a large bowl. Divide by quarter cups and shape into balls. Heat broth in a large skillet. Cook meatballs turning once about 10 minutes. Drain well on paper towels. Place in oven-proof covered casserole and top with cranberry sauce (recipe bowl). Bake in 350 oven for 30 minutes.

2.Cranberry Sauce: In a small saucepan combine all ingredients heating until jelly melts and ingredients are well combined. Pour over meatballs before baking.