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Smokey Bourbon BBQ Meatballs

Satisfy your cravings with these Smokey Bourbon BBQ Meatballs. Made with a delightful blend of bacon and ground beef, then simmered in a rich, smoky bourbon BBQ sauce, these meatballs are perfect as a game day appetizer or served on a sandwich for a scrumptious family dinner.
1
30 min
TOTAL TIME
119
CALORIES
$0.38
PER SERVING
Smokey Bourbon BBQ Meatballs
Directions
9 STEPS
10 min
PREP TIME
20 min
COOK TIME
30 min
TOTAL TIME
1
In a large bowl, combine the finely chopped bacon, finely chopped onion, ground beef, breadcrumbs, chopped parsley, egg, chili powder, and salt.
2
Stir the mixture well to combine.
3
Using your hands, form the mixture into 24 1-inch meatballs.
4
Heat the vegetable oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
5
Place the meatballs into the saucepan and cook, turning them occasionally, for about 8-10 minutes, until fully cooked and browned on all sides.
6
Remove the meatballs from the saucepan and set aside on a plate. Discard any excess grease from the saucepan.
7
In the same saucepan, add the barbecue sauce, water, bourbon, and liquid smoke.
8
Stir the sauce to mix well.
9
Add the cooked meatballs back into the saucepan and allow them to simmer in the sauce for at least 10 minutes.
Health Info
Macros
6g
CARBS
7g
FAT
5g
PROTEIN
Allowed on these diets
LACTOSE FREE
Contains these allergens
EGGS
WHEAT
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