Meatballs My Gran’s Way

Jun 01, 2023June 1, 20230 16
My Gran's Meatballs are a classic family recipe that are sure to warm your heart.
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb mincemeat
3/4 cup raisins or 3/4 cup sultana
2 cups hot water
2 slices bread ( thick slices )
milk
1 egg
1 tablespoon oil
1 tablespoon butter
425 g pineapple
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons tomato sauce
2 tablespoons soya sauce
1 tablespoon vinegar
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons cornflour ( roughly )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
471
Sugar
49g
Fat
21g
My Gran's Meatballs are a family recipe that have been passed down for generations. This classic comfort food is hearty and warming, perfect for cold days or when you need a little nostalgia in your meal. The combination of meat, fruit, and sweet sauce is a classic taste that hasn't gone out of style. Serve with your favorite sides for a delicious and filling meal.

Instructions

1.Preheat your oven to 375 degrees.
2.Break the bread into pieces and put it into the hot water to soak for about 10 minutes.
3.In a separate bowl, mix together the mincemeat, raisins or sultanas, and the soaked bread.
4.Add the egg and mix well.
5.Form the mixture into small balls, approximately 1 inch in diameter.
6.Place the meatballs into a greased baking dish.
7.In a separate pan, melt the butter and oil together over medium heat.
8.Add the pineapple, brown sugar, tomato sauce, soya sauce, vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce to the butter and oil mixture and stir well.
9.Combine the cornflour with a little water to make a paste.
10.Add the cornflour mixture to the pan and stir well.
11.Pour the mixture over the meatballs.
12.Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and the sauce has thickened.

PROS

My Gran’s Meatballs are a comfort food classic, full of flavor and loved by all ages.

They are easy to make and perfect for leftovers or freezing for later meals.

CONS

The raisins or sultanas in this recipe provide a sweet taste that not everyone may enjoy in their meatballs.

Those with dietary restrictions around meat and sugar intake may need to modify the recipe to fit their needs.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe offers a good source of protein from the mincemeat, along with added fiber from the raisins or sultanas.
The pineapple in the sauce provides a boost of vitamin C and manganese, while the Worcestershire sauce contributes a small amount of iron and calcium.

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