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Halloween Meatballs

Delicious Halloween Meatballs for a Spooky Feast

These Halloween meatballs are a spooky twist on a classic dish, perfect for festive gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 meatballs
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can use any cooking oil.
  • 1 cup Red Bell Pepper Substitute with orange or yellow bell peppers.
  • 1 cup Red Onion Yellow onions can be used as a substitute.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Adjust amount according to taste preference.
  • ¼ cup Minced Italian Parsley Can substitute with basil or cilantro.
  • 1 pound Ground Beef (80/20) Ground turkey or chicken can be substituted.
  • ½ cup Chopped Pimento-Stuffed Green Olives Use plain green olives if unavailable.
  • 1 cup Sliced Green Olives Used to create 'eyeballs' within the meatballs.
  • ½ cup Plain Breadcrumbs Substitute with gluten-free breadcrumbs if desired.
  • ¼ cup Milk Use any milk or dairy-free alternative.
  • 1 large Egg Can replace with flax egg for a vegan version.
  • ½ teaspoon Ground Black Pepper Adjust according to taste.
For the Sauce
  • ½ cup Green Pepper Jelly Can replace with apricot or raspberry jelly.
  • ¼ cup Orange Juice Fresh is best, but bottled also works.
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste Substitute with ketchup if needed.
  • 1 tablespoon Red Wine Vinegar Can be substituted with apple cider or balsamic vinegar.
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Use tamari for a gluten-free option.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Sea salt can be used as an alternative.
  • ¼ teaspoon Ground Cloves Optional; nutmeg may be a substitute.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • baking sheets
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Halloween Monster Meatballs
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line two baking sheets with aluminum foil.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the red bell pepper and red onion for about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the garlic and Italian parsley, cooking until aromatic. Reserve half for the sauce later.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine breadcrumbs and milk. After a minute, add the sautéed vegetables, ground beef, and olives, then season and mix gently.
  5. Form meatballs by scooping out about 2 tablespoons of the mixture, placing a sliced olive in each.
  6. Bake the meatballs in the oven for about 25 minutes until cooked through.
  7. For the sauce, return reserved vegetables to the skillet, adding jelly, orange juice, tomato paste, vinegar, and soy sauce. Heat until combined.
  8. Serve the meatballs warm with a drizzle of sauce over them.

Nutrition

Serving: 2meatballsCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

These Halloween meatballs are perfect for festive gatherings, offering both creativity and flavor.

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