For extra flavor, brown the meatballs in a skillet before baking. Serve over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes to soak up all that delicious sauce. The sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Sweet and Sour Meatballs in Sauce
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME1 hrs 5 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 20 mins
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SERVING6 People
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VIEWS106
Savor the delightful harmony of savory and sweet with these tender meatballs, baked to perfection in a luscious, vibrant sauce. A comforting classic, elevated for a truly unforgettable meal.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate85 g
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Cholesterol133 mg
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Fiber3 g
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Protein28 g
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Saturated Fat7 g
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Sodium1621 mg
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Sugar63 g
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Fat18 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepPreheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (5 minutes)
02
StepIn a large bowl, gently combine the ground beef, eggs, bread crumbs, onion, milk, salt, and pepper until just mixed. Form into approximately 12 large, evenly sized meatballs. Arrange in a 9x13-inch baking dish. (15 minutes)
03
StepIn a saucepan, whisk together the ketchup, tomato sauce, water, brown sugar, granulated sugar, Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, and chili powder. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugars are dissolved and the sauce is heated through. (10 minutes)
04
StepPour the prepared sauce evenly over the meatballs, ensuring they are well coated. (2 minutes)
05
StepBake in the preheated oven until the meatballs are cooked through and the sauce is bubbling, approximately 60-90 minutes. Check for doneness by ensuring no pink remains in the center of a meatball.
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Jeremy Jacobs
May 21, 2025Kevin: These meatballs are so easy to make, and they taste incredible. I highly recommend this recipe!
Shemar Hills
Mar 25, 2025Jessica: My kids are picky eaters, but they loved these meatballs! The sweet and sour sauce is the perfect balance of flavors.
Jessy Kemmer
Dec 28, 2024Emily: This is a keeper! I love that the recipe makes extra sauce. It's perfect for meal prepping.
Ludwig Buckridge
Aug 7, 2024Sarah: This recipe is fantastic! My family devoured it. I did add a little garlic powder to the meatballs, and it was a hit.
Hilario Rathlakin
Jun 29, 2024David: I've made these meatballs several times now, and they always come out great. I usually double the recipe for leftovers.
Jaylen Mante
Jun 5, 2024Michael: The sauce is amazing! I used it on pasta and it was so good. Next time I'll try it with the meatballs.
Magnus Gutkowski
May 31, 2024Ashley: I added a splash of apple cider vinegar to the sauce for a bit of tanginess, and it was delicious!