I hope Santa brought you lots of presents, and you are filled with peace and joy from this Christmas season.

But now we are on to the New Year’s holiday so put your tree away and put on your party hat.

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These meatballs cannot be more simple.

Gourmet? No. But delicious? Yes!

Chipotle Raspberry Meatballs (printer-friendly version →Chipotle Raspberry Meatballs)

serves a crowd

• 1 bottle of BBQ sauce
• 1/3 can of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
• 1 jar of raspberry preserves
• 3- 28 oz bags frozen meatballs

Oven Directions:

In a food processor or blender combine the first three ingredients. Set aside the BBQ mixture.

Place meatballs in a large baking dish, pour the BBQ over the meatballs and toss to coat evenly.

For best results allow the meatballs to marinate in the sauce for 8 hours or overnight.

Bake uncovered at 350ºF for 45 minutes to 1 hour. Serve warm.

Slow Cooker directions: 

In a food processor or blender combine the first three ingredients. Set aside the BBQ mixture.

Place meatballs in the slow cooker insert, pour the BBQ over the meatballs and toss to coat evenly.

For best results allow the meatballs to marinate in the sauce for 8 hours or overnight.

Heat on low for 4-6 hours. Serve warm.