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Johnsonville® Sweet & Spicy Sauce with Meatballs

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25 minutes

4.7 of 5 Average (15 reviews)

For a flavorful Asian-inspired taste adventure, try this creative dish that’ll turn up the heat. Perfect with your favorite Johnsonville Meatballs, this sauce combines the sweetness of cranberry sauce, tomatoes and onions with the heat of chili sauce and red chili paste. The combination gives a nice kick that will leave you begging for more!

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2 packages
(24 ounceces each) frozen JOHNSONVILLE® Classic Italian, Three-Cheese Italian or Homestyle Meatballs
2 tablespoons
olive oil
1/2 cup
sliced Kalamata olives
1/4 cup
chopped onions
2 cloves
garlic, minced
1 can
(14 ounces) jellied cranberry sauce
1 can
(32 ounces) crushed tomatoes with basil
1/2 cup
chili sauce
3 tablespoons
tablespoons Asian red chili paste or 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
5
basil leaves, thinly sliced
1/2 cup
shaved Parmesan cheese

In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add the olives, onions and garlic; cook and stir for 2-3 minutes, until tender.
Stir in cranberry sauce until softened.
Add tomatoes, chili sauce, chili paste and basil. Bring to a simmer, stirring often.
Stir in Parmesan cheese.
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.