Sauerbratin Meatballs

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Servings: 30 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Hearty German-inspired meatballs simmered in a rich, tangy tomato sauce with ginger snap cookies
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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.

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Sauerbratin Meatballs

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 30 Calories: 428.9

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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

  1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, chopped onions, salt, and pepper. Mix gently with your hands until just combined.
  2. Shape the beef mixture into uniform meatballs, approximately 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter.
  3. Heat 2 teaspoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Brown the meatballs on all sides, working in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding. Remove meatballs from the skillet and set aside.
  5. 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.
  6. Place 8 whole peppercorns and 1 bay leaf in a small cheesecloth bag or spice pouch. Add the bag to the skillet.
  7. Return the browned meatballs to the skillet, ensuring they are submerged in the liquid.
  8. Crumble 9 ginger snap cookies and stir them into the sauce to help thicken it.
  9. Cover the skillet and simmer on low heat for 45 to 60 minutes, until the meatballs are cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
  10. 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.

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