Cranberry Pinot Noir Meatballs
User Reviews
4.6
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
26 meatballs
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Calories
143 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Cranberry Pinot Noir Meatballs
Description
Cranberry Pinot Noir Meatballs start with Italian-style meatballs cooked as directed. Meanwhile, a sauce is prepared by whisking together whole canned cranberry sauce, packed brown sugar, Pinot Noir wine, and spicy brown mustard in a saucepan. Heating and simmering this mixture thickens it to a syrupy consistency that coats the meatballs well.
The resulting dish offers a mix of savory, sweet, and fruity flavors. The Pinot Noir provides a smooth depth, while cranberry sauce gives vibrant tartness complemented by the warmth of mustard. The brown sugar balances acidity with sweetness.
Serve immediately for a warm appetizer or entrée, or keep the meatballs in a crock pot on warm or low to maintain temperature before serving. The texture of the meatballs remains tender beneath the flavorful glaze.
Ingredients
- 26 oz Italian style meatballs bag
- 16 oz cranberry sauce can, whole
- 1 c. brown sugar packed
- 1 c. Pinot Noir wine Robert Mondavi Private Selection
- 1 tsp brown mustard spicy
Instructions
- Prepare meatballs according to package directions.
- In a saucepan combine cranberry sauce, brown sugar, Pinot Noir, and mustard. Whisk to combine over medium heat. Bring to a boil and simmer for 5 minutes or until mixture has thickened, stirring frequently.
- Remove from heat and pour sauce over meatballs, serve immediately or hold in crock pot on warm or low setting.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 26meatballs
Amount Per Serving
Calories 143 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 | |
| Calories | 143kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 15g | 5% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 20mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 25mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 98mg | 2% |
| Sugar | 15g | 30% |
| Vitamin A | 10IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0.6mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 12mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.6
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