

Simmered in a rich, zesty sauce made from Sacramento’s award-winning Bloody Mary mix, these tender meatballs pack a punch of tomato, spice, and a hint of heat.
Ingredients
- 2 lb 80/20 ground beef
- 1 medium rib celery, finely chopped
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup panko bread crumbs
- 1/2 cup Sacramento Bloody Mary Mix
- 2 eggs
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 32 oz Sacrament Bloody Mary Mix
Instructions
Step one
Combine breadcrumbs and 1/2 cup Sacramento Bloody Mary Mix, reserve
Step two
In a large bowl combine ground beef, chopped onion and celery, eggs and soaked breadcrumbs.
Step three
Form into 1-inch meatballs (approx 52-54).
Step four
In a large skillet and oil over medium heat. In 2-3 batches fry meatballs until brown on all sides.
Step five
In a large skillet and oil over medium heat. In 2-3 batches fry meatballs until brown on all sides.
Step six
Turn heat to medium and cook gently without the lid for 15-20 minutes until meatballs are cooked through and sauce has reduced and thickened to coat the meatballs.