Sauerbratin Meatballs are a comforting, savory dish that blends traditional German flavors with American comfort food. Tender beef meatballs are browned and then slow-simmered in a robust sauce made with catsup, brown sugar, and aromatic spices. The addition of crumbled ginger snap cookies adds a unique thickness and subtle spice note, creating a glossy, flavorful glaze. This dish is perfect for family dinners or potlucks, offering a hearty, protein-rich meal that pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes or egg noodles. It’s simple to prepare yet delivers a complex, satisfying taste that everyone will love.
Sauerbratin Meatballs
Description
Sauerbratin Meatballs are a comforting, savory dish that blends traditional German flavors with American comfort food. Tender beef meatballs are browned and then slow-simmered in a robust sauce made with catsup, brown sugar, and aromatic spices. The addition of crumbled ginger snap cookies adds a unique thickness and subtle spice note, creating a glossy, flavorful glaze. This dish is perfect for family dinners or potlucks, offering a hearty, protein-rich meal that pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes or egg noodles. It&# 226;ÂÂs simple to prepare yet delivers a complex, satisfying taste that everyone will love.Ingredients
Directions
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In a large bowl, combine ground beef, chopped onions, salt, and pepper. Mix gently with your hands until just combined.
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Shape the beef mixture into uniform meatballs, approximately 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter.
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Heat 2 teaspoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
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Brown the meatballs on all sides, working in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding. Remove meatballs from the skillet and set aside.
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Reduce heat to medium-low. Add 1 1/2 cups of water, 3 tablespoons of catsup, and 1 1/2 tablespoons of brown sugar to the skillet. Stir to combine.
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Place 8 whole peppercorns and 1 bay leaf in a small cheesecloth bag or spice pouch. Add the bag to the skillet.
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Return the browned meatballs to the skillet, ensuring they are submerged in the liquid.
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Crumble 9 ginger snap cookies and stir them into the sauce to help thicken it.
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Cover the skillet and simmer on low heat for 45 to 60 minutes, until the meatballs are cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
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Remove the spice bag and bay leaf. Serve the meatballs warm over mashed potatoes.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 30
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 428.9kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 20.5g32%
- Saturated Fat 9.0g45%
- Cholesterol 98.1mg33%
- Sodium 135.6mg6%
- Total Carbohydrate 25.6g9%
- Dietary Fiber 0.8g4%
- Sugars 22.1g
- Protein 33.1g67%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
