Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 2 pounds lean ground beef
  • 2 eggs
  • 22 Ritz or saltine crackers (crushed (approx. 1 cup))
  • 1/3 cup dried minced onion
  • 1/3 cup milk
  • 1 tsp EACH salt, garlic powder, onion powder, ginger powder, chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 cup pepper jelly*
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup pineapple juice
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instruction

  • Preheat oven to 400F degrees. Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup. Top with a baking rack and spray with cooking spray; set aside.
  • Add eggs to a large mixing bowl and gently whisk. Add all remaining meatball ingredients then mix until well combined. Use a small cookie scoop (1 1/2 tablespoon capacity) to roll into meatballs. Place meatballs onto prepared baking sheet without touching. Bake at 400 degrees F for 20 minutes or until cooked through.
  • Meanwhile, whisk all of the Cocktail Sauce ingredients together in a very large skillet off heat. Once combined, bring to a simmer, stirring constantly, until thickened, about 3-5 minutes.
  • Add the baked meatballs to the sauce and stir to evenly coat. Transfer meatballs to a serving platter or bowl with either cocktail picks or toothpicks nearby or you can pierce the meatballs. Serve warm. Alternatively, transfer to the crockpot and keep on the "warm" setting until ready to serve.