Turkey Meatballs with Barbeque Sauce or Beef Meatballs with Barbeque Sauce
Portion Size: 4 oz.
Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings
| Ingredients | Notes: |
| 1 large onion | Washed, peeled and chopped finely |
| 4 eggs | |
| 1 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs | |
| 2 1/2 lbs. ground Turkey or Beef | |
| 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce | |
| 2 cloves garlic | Washed, peeled and minced |
| 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper | 1 teaspoon salt |
| Sauce | |
| 2 Cups crushed Tomato puree | |
| 1 (6 oz.) Tomato paste | |
| 1/4 cup brown sugar | |
| 1 cup Barbecue Sauce | |
| 1/2 cup ketchup | |
| 2 teaspoons prepared yellow mustard |
Directions:
| Steps: | Directions: | Critical Control Point / Quality Assurance |
| 1 | In a large bowl, combine eggs, and Worcestershire sauce, onion, garlic and black pepper. | |
| 2 | Mix in ground turkey and breadcrumbs. Shape into meatballs and set aside. | |
| 3 | In a very large pot over medium heat, Combine crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, barbeque sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, and mustard. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and let simmer. | |
| 4 | Heat a large heavy skillet over medium heat. Cook meatballs until evenly brown on all sides. | Instant read thermometer should read 165 degrees. |
| 5 | Carefully pour sauce over meatballs, and simmer for 30 minutes. |
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