32 ounces frozen pre-cooked beef or turkey meatballs
14 ounces jellied cranberry sauce
12 ounces mild chili sauce
1/4 cup fresh orange juice
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
Fresh parsley or rosemary for garnish
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. While the oven is heating up, take your frozen meatballs out of the freezer. There is no need to thaw them beforehand, as they will heat through perfectly in the sauce, which helps save you even more time.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the jellied cranberry sauce, chili sauce, orange juice, brown sugar, garlic powder, and ground ginger. Use a whisk or a fork to mash the cranberry sauce until the mixture is mostly smooth, though a few small lumps are perfectly fine and will melt during the cooking process.
Place the frozen meatballs into a large baking dish or a 9 by 13 inch pan. Pour the prepared cranberry mixture over the meatballs. Use a large spoon to toss them gently, ensuring every single meatball is well coated in that beautiful red glaze.
Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes. You will know they are ready when the sauce is bubbling and the meatballs are heated all the way through. Halfway through the cooking time, give them a quick stir to redistribute the sauce and ensure even glazing.
Remove the dish from the oven and let it sit for a few minutes to allow the sauce to thicken slightly. Transfer the meatballs to a serving platter or a festive bowl. Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley or sprigs of rosemary for a beautiful Christmas touch before serving with toothpicks.
