Jalapeno Cranberry Glazed Holiday Meatballs

Several years ago, I combined some of my favorite flavors to create a recipe fondly known as “Holiday Meatballs.”  I made them for a holiday potluck and have brought them for every Thanksgiving and Christmas gathering since.  In fact, I was once told if I didn’t bring them that I shouldn’t come to the party! I think they were just teasing but I haven’t taken my chances.  These Jalapeno Cranberry Glazed Holiday Meatballs are the perfect addition to dinner or a tasty appetizer to start any gathering.

Jalapeno Cranberry Glazed Holiday Meatballs

Ingredients:

• 12 oz bag whole cranberries
• 1 cup raw sugar
• 1 cup water
• 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
• 1 tbsp fresh orange zest
• La Morena Jalapeno Peppers
• 12 oz can tomato paste
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• salt, pepper, cumin, garlic powder, and onion powder to taste
• 1 tbsp vinegar
• 1/2 cup water or beef broth
• 1 package of your favorite meatballs – cooked according to instructions

 

Instructions:

Place the raw sugar, water, orange juice, and orange zest into a large pot and bring to a boil.  Stir in the cranberries and 1/4 cup of La Morena Jalapeno Peppers.  Return the mixture to a boil, reduce to a low boil and cook for approximately 10 minutes.

While the berries cook stir together the tomato paste, brown sugar, water, and seasoning in a sauce pan over medium heat.

After the berries have finished cooking strain them and reserve the juice.  The pieces of berry, seeds, orange zest, and jalapenos should be discarded.

Add the cranberry juice to the tomato paste mixture and stir to combine.

Once the sauce is well combined add the precooked meatballs.

Server warm as part of a holiday meal or transfer to a slow cooker and keep warm for a holiday snack or appetizer.

The sweet spicy sauce is the perfect addition to meatballs for the holidays.

La Moreno products are my “go-to” source for authentic Mexican flavors.  I highly recommend them for their quality and value. If you are in Southern California, you can find them at Cardenas Markets. 

 

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