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Johnsonville® Blackberry Chili Sauce with Meatballs

minutes

20 minutes

4.7 of 5 Average (6 reviews)

Tart meets smart with this delectable flavor creation from Johnsonville. The taste of blackberries provides the canvas for this spectacular spread of flavors: garlic, chili sauce, beef broth and Worcestershire sauce all play a part in elevating your favorite meatballs to new heights with this bold sauce. The contrasting flavors and heat make this meal a true culinary adventure!

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2 packages
(24 ounces each) frozen JOHNSONVILLE® Homestyle Meatballs
1/2 cup
butter
2 cloves
garlic. minced
2 tablespoons
all-purpose flour
1 can
(14 ounces) beef broth
2 jars
(10 ounces each) blackberry spreadable fruit
1 jar
(12 ounces) chili sauce
3 tablespoon
Asian red chili paste or 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoon
steak sauce
1 tablespoon
Worcestershire sauce
1 envelope
onion soup mix

In a large saucepan, melt butter. Add garlic; cook and stir for 1 minute.
Whisk in flour until smooth. Gradually whisk in beef broth, stirring constantly. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes until thickened.
Stir in blackberry spreadable fruit, chili sauce, chili paste, steak sauce, Worcestershire sauce and onion soup mix. Bring to a simmer, stirring often.
Stovetop Preparation: Add meatballs to sauce. Cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes or until meatballs are heated through, stirring occasionally.
Slow Cooker Preparation: Place meatballs in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Pour sauce over meatballs. Cover and cook on high for about 3 hours or until meatballs are heated through.