Reviewed: Mar. 25, 2008

I used regular ground beef, and followed the directions to a tee except for a squirt of ketchup to make up for having a bit less chili sauce. 4 hours in the slow cooker (we couldn't wait any longer) They tasted great! The sauce looked very watery, but what was coated the meatballs was just awesome.

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Reviewed: Mar. 19, 2008

I made these for a fire dept dinner and they went over well. I also used frozen meatballs. I cooked them in the oven according to the package directions and made the sauce while they were cooking. When the balls were done I put them in the sauce and heated them through for about 15 or 20 minutes. I did as others suggested and just used 3/4 of a cup of the jelly. They were very good. Thank u for the recipe!

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Zap

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Reviewed: Mar. 2, 2008

when i was making this recipe i screwed up and it was for the best i put taco sauce in by mistake than the chili sauce and my husband loved them he wants them all the time now , so try it!!!

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carol

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Reviewed: Jan. 31, 2008

I know using Jelly with meatballs??? Weird huh? But actually comes out delicious....when pressed for time I use frozen italian meatballs.

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ALIRELLA

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Reviewed: Jan. 8, 2008

These are great! I followed the advice of a few others and used only 3/4 cup of grape jelly and they turned out wonderful! And if you're making a really large quantity, I went to a restaurant supply store and bought a 7lb can of chili sauce for about $4.

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SHANDO6116

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Reviewed: Dec. 22, 2007

Made these for a Holiday Party and all I got was raves! I did use frozen meatballs and a little less grape jelly like others suggested!

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dor27

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Reviewed: Dec. 12, 2007

I took this to a family gathering and it was a big hit. I brought about 60 meatballs for 12 people and they disappeared! I added a few drops of liquid smoke. Next time I think I'll use a little less jelly and a little more chili sauce/ketchup and more smoke because I thought they were just a bit too sweet.

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Reviewed: Nov. 21, 2007

I was torn about how to rate this recipe. Personally, I would probably give it 2 stars. I made it for a potluck luncheon at work and everyone seemed to like it (a 4?) so I compromised with 3 stars. The sauce is almost BBQ-ish, but not quite. I thought it was way to sweet, so maybe I will cut down on the grape jelly a bit next time. I can't quite put my finger on it...the taste was interesting, but I didn't love it.

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Dawn Duffy

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Reviewed: Nov. 15, 2007

This recipe was a big hit with my husband and myself. I'll have to admit I was very leary about how chili sauce and grape jelly would taste together, but it is awsome. I took the advice of one of the other reviews and i used a can of pinapple chunks with syrup and a tad of soy sauce and browned the meatballs first then poured over the sauce, it only took about 30 minutes to cook versus 4 to 5 hours if you are looking for a quick meal that is great this is it! Also good served over white rice.

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beckynoelle

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Reviewed: Oct. 23, 2007

Loved this!!! I read the other reveiews and browned my meatballs so they wouldnt fall apart. I used onion soup and bread crumbs for the meat seasoning. I have tasted this sauce before and knew that it could be a little sweet, so I added some chili powder and a little tabasco. It turned out great!

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Melissa

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Reviewed: Oct. 10, 2007

Wow! This was my first time making homemade meatballs.. and THEY WERE AMAZING!! I absolutly loved them. I put them and the sauce over white rice and it was perfect. I also added a little bit of pineapple juice and pineapple chunks to the mix! Just great! Thanks! :)

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MommyTeeny

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Reviewed: Sep. 24, 2007

I really liked this recipe and so did everyone else at my new years party!!! Everyone thought it was sweet barbaque sause. One tip tho you really have to use frozen meatballs. Thanks so much!

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Tammy27

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Reviewed: Sep. 1, 2007

wish the sauce had gotten thicker but overall they were good served over brown rice.

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busy mammo mama

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Reviewed: Aug. 27, 2007

These were very easy to make and tasted great. I am still trying to find something to make as a side with it though.

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layc45

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Reviewed: Mar. 27, 2007

I just used frozen meatballs from costco but made the sauce they were so easy and so good my 6 year old even ate them. I served them with rice and green beans.

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Rose

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Reviewed: Mar. 22, 2007

I just made these last night and my husband really liked them. Instead of using an onion, I used a packet of lipton onion dry soup mix and mixed that into the beef. It gave it a great taste!

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amber

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Reviewed: Feb. 4, 2007

I thought this was very easy to prepare and tastes good. I gave it only 4 stars because you really need to brown the meatballs in the oven or in a frying pan first. Then they won't crumble in the crock pot.

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Erika mom to 4 girls

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Reviewed: Jan. 14, 2007

I made this recipe yesterday for a dinner party and it all went!! I have requests to make it for the upcoming Super Bowl and I had to email 5 copies of the recipe to friends. I used Sam's Club frozen meatballs and browned them in a little bit of soy sauce and a can of Dole pineapple chucks w/the syrup. While they were browning, I whisked together the Heinz Chili sauce, Smucker's grape jelly and the lemon juice. After that came to a boil I poured it over the meatballs in the pan and let simmer for 20-30 minutes. They were ready to go after that. I would have followed the crock pot directions but I woke up too late to start it in the crock pot. I think this will be the way I cook them from now on. Hope this is helpful:-)

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Rachael Ray Wannabe

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Reviewed: Jan. 6, 2007

Great Recipe. Even easier, compine 1 Jar Heinz Chili Sauce, 1 Can Cranberry Sauce, heat on stove top, pour over cooked (even frozen) meatballs. Quick, simple, delicious!!!!!!

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Reviewed: Jan. 4, 2007

Ok have to admit it, despite very few bum steers from this group, I though you people were crazy, chili sauce and jelly? But needed something for office potluck, took in my slow cooker, frozen meatballs and heated them up in the sauce for a few hours then put out with all the other offerings. They were great and the only item that went completely and were raved about! A couple of the guys wanted me to make more and bring them in the next day! 2 thumbs up!

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