Smoky Bacon Meatballs
These meatballs are quick, easy, and combine all of your favorite flavors! They are sure to be your next weeknight hit.
Equipment
- Food Processor
- Stovetop
- Skillet
- Baking Sheet
- Oven
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground Beef
- 2 Sleeves Ritz Crackers
- 1 Tbsp Salt
- 1 Tsp Cayenne Pepper
- ¼ Tsp Ground Nutmeg
- ½ C Brown Sugar
- ¾ C Cooked Bacon Chopped
- 3 Eggs
- 2 Tbsp Water
- Vegetable Oil For Frying
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 275°.
- Place 1 sleeve of crackers, ½ teaspoon of cayenne, ½ tablespoon salt, and nutmeg into food processor. Pulse the mixture to form a fine crumb.
- Combine meat, crumbs, and 1 egg and stir to combine. Form into ½ inch balls and set aside.
- Place the other sleeve of crackers, bacon, ½ teaspoon cayenne, ½ tablespoon salt, and brown sugar into food processor. Pulse to form a fine crumb. Set aside.
- Beat 2 eggs with the water. Dip the meatballs into egg wash and then roll in reserved crumb mixture.
- Heat 2 inches of oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°.
- Working in batches, fry the meatballs until golden brown, about 1 minute, making sure to turn them to ensure even browning.
- Place meatballs on a foil-lined baking sheet and bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes or until cooked through (160°).
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