These balsamic meatballs are moist and flavorful. Bite-sized meatballs soaked in a sweet and tangy sauce made with balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, and red wine. It is a perfect appetizer, a side dish, and a kids' favorite.
Make the meatballs: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, bread crumbs, garlic powder, Parmesan cheese, cheddar cheese, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined, then form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
1 lb Ground beef, 1/2 cup Bread crumbs, 1 tsp Garlic powder, 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan cheese, 1/4 cup Grated cheddar cheese, 2 tbsp Chopped fresh parsley, ½ tsp Salt to taste, ½ tsp Black pepper powder
Cook the meatballs: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs to the skillet, cook until browned on all sides, and cook through, about 10-12 minutes. Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set aside.
Make the balsamic glaze: In the same skillet, add the balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, red wine, and beef broth. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until the mixture has reduced by half, about 5-7 minutes. Add the butter and stir until melted and well combined.
½ cup Balsamic vinegar, 2 tbsp Brown sugar, ½ cup Red wine, ½ cup Beef broth, 2 tbsp Butter
Combine the meatballs and glaze: Return the meatballs to the skillet and toss them in the balsamic glaze until they are coated evenly.
Serve: Serve the meatballs hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired. They can be served as an appetizer or as a main dish over pasta or rice. Enjoy!
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