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Cocktail Meatballs
Cocktail Meatballs
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These savory Cocktail Meatballs feature perfectly seasoned ground beef in a delicious sherry wine and catsup sauce with a hint of oregano. Simmered to perfection and served with party picks, these bite-sized appetizers make an elegant addition to any gathering. A classic crowd-pleaser that's both easy to prepare and impressive to serve—perfect for holiday parties or casual get-togethers.
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Ingredients
1 lb. ground beef
1/2 c. grated bread crumbs
1/4 c. milk
1 T. finely chopped onion
1 t. salt
2 T. butter
1/2 c. sherry wine
1/2 c. catsup
1/4 T. oregano
Directions
Mix beef, bread crumbs, milk, onion and salt.
Shape mixture into tiny balls (I t. per ball).
Melt butter in heavy skillet, brown balls on all sides.
Pour off most of the fat.
Mix wine, catsup and oregano.
Pour over meatballs and add salt to taste.
Cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
Serve in chafing dish and provide party picks.
Servings\Yield
Makes 60 meatballs.
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Per Serving (5 meatballs) - Calories: 150; Total Fat: 10g (Saturated Fat: 4.5g); Cholesterol: 30mg; Sodium: 350mg; Total Carbohydrates: 6g (Dietary Fiber: 0g, Sugars: 3g); Protein: 8g
*Nutrition information is provided as a general estimate only. Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients, and is based on available nutrient data. Variations may occur based on ingredient brands and preparation methods.
🧑‍🍳 The Cook:  Mary Jenkins 🔑 Keywords: appetizers, beef, meatball
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Cocktail Meatballs was added on February 02, 2007 and last updated on May 15, 2025.
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