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Spicy Bacon-Wrapped Baby Shower Meatballs
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 12 slices bacon
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons hot sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top.
- In a large bowl, combine 1 pound of ground beef, 1/2 cup bread crumbs, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Shape the meat mixture into 24 meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. Wrap each meatball with a slice of bacon and secure with a toothpick. Place the bacon-wrapped meatballs on the wire rack.
- In a small bowl, mix 1/2 cup ketchup, 1/4 cup brown sugar, and 2 tablespoons hot sauce. Brush the spicy glaze over the bacon-wrapped meatballs.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the meatballs are cooked through.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy these spicy bacon-wrapped meatballs at your baby shower!
The history of bacon-wrapped baby shower meatballs with a spicy glaze can be traced back to the southern United States, where the combination of bacon and meatballs has long been a beloved comfort food. This dish has become a popular choice for baby shower celebrations due to its savory and indulgent flavors. The spicy glaze adds a kick of heat, making it a standout appetizer at any gathering. Renowned chefs like Paula Deen and Emeril Lagasse have popularized this dish, infusing it with their signature southern flair. The best version of this dish can be found in barbecue joints and soul food restaurants across the southern states, where the meatballs are lovingly wrapped in smoky bacon and basted with a fiery glaze. To make this dish, it's crucial to get the meatball mixture just right, using a blend of ground beef and pork seasoned with a mix of spices. The bacon should be thick-cut to ensure it crisps up perfectly in the oven, and the spicy glaze should strike a balance between sweet and fiery. For a unique twist, some chefs opt to grill the bacon-wrapped meatballs for a charred, smoky flavor. Whether served as an appetizer at a baby shower or as a crowd-pleasing snack at a backyard barbecue, bacon-wrapped baby shower meatballs with a spicy glaze are sure to be a hit with their irresistible combination of savory, smoky, and spicy flavors.
45 min
24 meatballs
180 calories
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