Today I thought I'd share the delicious dairy-free BBQ meatballs we had for dinner. It takes some time to prep, but it is worth it! If you find yourself with some time on the weekend, you can make these meatballs and freeze them for later use. Making the BBQ sauce ahead of time and keeping that in the refrigerator will also reduce your time the day you'd like to make the meal.
Meatballs
1 lb. lean ground beef
1 egg
2 T. water
1/2 c. bread crumbs (I used Panko)
1/4 c. minced onion (I omitted)
1/2 t. salt
1/8 t. pepper
Mix together all ingredients put the ground beef until bound together. Add ground beef in chunks and mash with hands until all mixed up. Roll into balls 1 inch in diameter. Place on a jelly roll pan prepared with parchment paper. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minute or no longer pink in the center. Cool and place in crockpot or freeze.
BBQ Sauce
Source: Food Network (adapted)
2 cups ketchup (I used Annie's homegrown organic)
1 c. water
1/2 c. apple cider vinegar
5 T. light brown sugar
5 T. sugar
1/2 t. fresh ground black pepper
1/2 t. onion powder
1/2 t. ground mustard
1 T. lemon juice
1 T. Worcestershire sauce
In a medium sauce pan, combine all ingredients and cover. Bring to a boil. Turn town and simmer for 1 hour 15 minutes uncovered stirring frequently.
Crockpot Meatballs and BBQ Sauce
Place meatballs in crockpot. Using a large spoon, scoop in BBQ sauce until meatballs are covered. I used about half of the sauce that I made. Cook on low for 2 hours if using freshly made meatballs. If using frozen, cook on low for 4 hours.
24 Meatballs Ready to Bake |
BBQ Sauce |
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