As Thanksgiving approaches, I look forward to the warmth of family, the comfort of my favorite Thanksgiving recipes and the laziness and relaxation of Thanksgiving day itself. When I find myself drifting off into a Thanksgiving afternoon nap, I know I’ve had a perfect day.
Thanksgiving is such a kickback holiday. What’s not to love about a day made for thankfulness and food?
Most of us have a Thanksgiving dinner menu with treasured recipes that we look forward to enjoying year in, year out, and it makes those dishes extra special because of that. But, if you’re anything like me, you crave those flavors throughout the year.
So, I decided to create a recipe that has the essence of Thanksgiving flavors without all of the work — it’s so easy and it tastes like Thanksgiving! In fact, that’s what I named it — Tastes Like Thanksgiving Meatballs.
Tastes Like Thanksgiving Meatballs
Start with a few simple ingredients and some STOVE TOP Stuffing in Homestyle Herb flavor (or your favorite variety).
Mix everything together and then shape into meatballs for baking. When they come out of the oven, they already look delicious…. but we’re not done yet!
Put the meatballs in a hot bath of turkey gravy and let them simmer away while you get some noodles ready.
Serve those delicious meatballs on top of a bed of egg noodles, and add some cranberry sauce on the side for an extra pop of flavor.
Tastes Like Thanksgiving Meatballs
Ingredients
- 1 lb. ground turkey
- 1 egg
- ¼ cup jellied cranberry sauce
- ½ tsp. black pepper
- 1-1/2 cups STOVE TOP Homestyle Herb Stuffing Mix or your favorite variety
- 2 12 oz jars roasted turkey gravy
- 16 oz egg noodles 16 oz. egg noodles
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- In large mixing bowl, combine turkey, egg, cranberry sauce, pepper and stuffing mix. Form into 1-inch balls. Place on foil-lined cookie sheet. Bake 20-25 minutes.
- While meatballs are baking, put gravy in a large skillet and heat. When meatballs are done, add to gravy.
- Cover; simmer on low heat while you prepare noodles.
Nutrition
I hope you enjoy this Tastes Like Thanksgiving Meatballs recipe!
Try these other recipes too:
Spaghetti Noodle Soup with Meatballs
Turkey Meatballs with Butter Sauce
Jenny says
Great recipe for Thanksgiving all year round. I love turkey meatballs. Thanks for sharing at Merry Monday
Eliz Frank says
That is such a great name for a dish that incorporates all the key items most people enjoy during Thanksgiving. It looks delicious too.
Marcie W. says
What a fun twist on Thanksgiving while still including all of the classic flavors! I will be pinning this recipe and savoring it throughout the year.
Theresa @ Faith and Family Reviews says
My husband would love these! What a great idea!
Maggie says
This looks like a great meal to make when your missing thanksgiving, like in March! Pinning!
Grace | A Shutterbug's Lair says
This looks so delicious and mouthwatering.. 🙂
HilLesha says
I know that a recipe like this would be a hit with my family!
Raijean says
Hmm.. that’s an interesting take on meatballs. I wouldn’t mind trying that looks deliciousl
Ty says
I was looking to make something different this year and this looks perfect! I’ll be trying this soon!
TerriAnn @ Cookies & Clogs says
What a good idea to bake the meatballs. I’m sure that’s a lot healthier than doing over the stove and much less labor intensive to heat them evenly.
Sharon says
That is amazing, I never would have thought of something like that. I love it
Scentsy Katie says
Yummmm!!! Definitely going to try these.
Anne - Mommy Has to Work says
These look delicious! Cant’ wait to try this out on the fam!
Jenn says
Oh yes please. this sounds like Thanksgiving dinner in a meatball package, yum!
Adelina Stoiconi says
Ohh thank you for sharing this! the meatballs look so delicious!
Hannah Staveley says
Some good ideas and recipes.
Crystal says
Yum, those do look incredible. I’m a fan of Thanksgiving and wish we could stretch the fun to multiple days. A few hours with my family just isn’t enough. I’m thinking these meatballs need to be our Thanksgiving Eve meal.
Vanessa: thequeenofswag says
Looks delish. It would be great on our Italian dinner nights. Since my husband is part Italian, I’m sure he would love it.
Risa says
What a neat twist on meatballs! They look delicious! Thanks for sharing!
Donna says
See I would never have thought of meatballs for Thanksgiving, but I would never have thought of using Stov Top Stuffing mix (which I love, btw) in my meatballs! Gonna try this soon!
Crystal says
I love their stuffing, too! Why do I only make stuffing one a year?
Nicci says
I bet my mother-in-law would love these. She cooks with turkey quite often. Thanks for sharing.
Ashley Nicholas says
YUM, what a great idea! This looks like a delicious and affordable meal!
Tammy says
Okay you had me at Thanksgiving, but you made it spectacular – almost better (almost!) than a roasted turkey with stuffing and gravy. I’m so, so, so making this when the kid comes home for Thanksgiving break. She loves meatballs, the hubster loves turkey – I’ll have a hit with this meal!!
Amanda mcMahon says
Great idea – Turkey meatballs are yummy and stovetop makes it all the better.
Amby Felix says
This is such a simple and creative idea! I love Thanksgiving food, now I can have it any time!!!!! What a cool recipe!
Shannon Gosney says
We love meatballs in our home! These Thanksgiving Meatballs sound super yummy!
Stephanie Pass says
This looks awesome! I would have never thought about making meatballs like this.
Nile says
Interesting recipe. It actually looks good and I’m curious enough to try this recipe out.
XmasDolly says
Wow, One, two, three, and DONE! i LOVE IT! And you got a great meal. It really looks delicious too, but not so sure about ground turkey. I tried it one time, and it tasted like bad hamburger to me. Well, maybe I just got a not so good one that time. I’ll give it a go one more time this looks too good not to try! Thanks for sharing.
Kathy says
What a fantastic idea. We don’t host Thanksgiving, but I think I will try this at home!
Amber NElson says
I love meatballs. These looks like something my whole family would love.
Cascia @ Healthy Moms Mag says
That looks so good. My mom used to make meatballs like these when I was a kid. It was one of my favorite meals growing up.
Barbie's Beauty Bits says
I love turkey and use it all the time in place of ground beef. Thanks for the recipe, I am going to make these this weekend! Can’t wait!
Sarah Bailey says
Oh my goodness that all looks mouthwatering and sounds absolutely delicious.
Rosie says
Wow looks so simple and SOOOO delicious! Might make these this week 🙂
Wendy says
honestly. those look AMAZING! I love Thanksgiving, and stuffing is a favorite!
Shell says
What a fun idea! I’ll have to try this meatball recipe!
Chrystal @ YUM eating says
Now this is a recipe I can get on board with. I love meatballs but haven’t been making them lately because my swapping to turkey is making hubs a little crazy. LOL Perhaps he’ll bend for the noodles 😉
Kristin says
You just made me want to eat meatballs that are not slathered in marinara….That is no easy feat. Ha!
Chrysa Duran says
Now this is truly original! I’ve never thought of doing this with meatballs! Adding it to my to make list for November!!!
Cam | Bibs and Baubles says
Hmm… this looks like something I could pull off. Maybe I’ll try it with my two little critics and see how it goes over. They are a tough little crowd!
Look delicious!
Digna D. says
These look really yummy! We use ground turkey all year long as a substitute for beef so this recipe is perfect for our family. Love, love egg noodles! Always have to have some in the house.
mommy2jam says
That looks really good! I could go for some thanksgiving meatballs right about now. OH they look so good right about now
Mistee Dawn says
Those look absolutely amazing. Yum! And I love the table setting!
chrissy va says
That looks so delicious! I haven’t thought about a dish that tastes like Thanksgiving, but this is perfect!
Danielle says
This looks incredible! And so simple to make, too. Thank you … I’m bookmarking it!
Theresa says
Yum! This is such a great way to enjoy the flavors of Thanksgiving year round! We actually buy 2 turkeys each year, so we can freeze one for a holiday meal in the summer. This is a lot easier than storing a turkey for 6 months just to get the turkey dinner cravings satisfied!
Christie says
That’s a clever take on Thanksgiving! My hubby would definitely enjoy these
Colleen says
Yum these look great and I too LOVE Thanksgiving, it is a fun holiday with family and food!
Debi @ Life Currents says
What a fun idea! Thanksgiving in a meatball! This would be a great appetizer too!
Debra says
Yum. This looks absolutely delicious! I can’t believe that Thanksgiving is so close!
Michelle @ Dishes and Dust Bunnies says
Wow! Those look delicious! We just had Thanksgiving in October here in Canada and I always get a little envious when I see all these yummy Thanksgiving recipes from the US – there’s no reason why I can’t have this on the weekend! 🙂
Annie says
Those look AMAZING!!! I never would have put those ingredients together in a meatball. But after thinking about it, I bet it is heaven on a plate of noodles. This looks like a fun way to break out of the “blah” of weeknight dinner!
Ashley Gill says
Holy yummy sauce! These look tasty! I think I’m going to add this to the menu for next week!
Audrey at Barking Mad! says
I’ve never had any luck making turkey meatballs but I’m going to try this because 1.) YUM! and 2.) I think I might have better luck with the stuffing than I do with the oatmeal I’ve been using.
Lynndee says
The hubs doesn’t like cranberry sauce, but I still would like to try this and use a different sauce perhaps? It looks delish!
Michelle says
Oh wow I bet these are so good! Do I have to wait for Thanksgiving? I might make them this week! hehe
Rebecca Swenor says
These Taste Like Thanksgiving Meatballs look and sound amazing. I will have to make this recipe. We love Stove Top stuffing and I have used it for meatballs before but never used cranberry sauce before. Thanks for sharing.
Melinda says
these would be good on a sandwich. like Thanksgiving dinner for LUNCH everyday
Ann Bacciaglia says
These look amazing. I will have to try this recipe. I like that there is cranberry sauce in them.
Krista says
I have to make these! I’m pinning! Thank you so much!
s.w. says
Wow! Such an easy and beautiful way to prepare. As a novice this would be great for me
Myrabev says
oh wow this is definitely an all around the year kind of recipe, love meetballs thanks for sharing
Robin Gagnon says
This would be such a great solution for family’s that have to work the holiday. Sometimes when things are crazy a simple meal like this is something I am more thankful for than slaving in the kitchen all day.
Heather says
Oh yum! It’s like a meatball stroganoff. I love stroganoff!
Shaney Vijendranath says
That looks really yummy. Any idea what we can use to substitute homestyle herb? We don’t get that one here in SA.
Kathleen says
I will definitely be trying this recipe soon. I love everything about it. I too crave a turkey dinner taste all year, but it is too much to make the whole thing. This though, this I can do.
Rosey says
What a great way to get some Thanksgiving flavors early!! We’ve got everything but the cranberry sauce in the house too, so we might make it!
Carla says
This look so easy to make, I should try this at home, can I use ground chicken as substitute?, i guess so
Crystal says
I cook a lot with ground turkey, we like it better than hamburger. I’ve yet to try meatballs with it, though.
Debbie Denny says
That is really nice looking. Great tasty dish.
Terri Ingraham | Sugar Free Glow says
Yum! They look delicious! I wouldn’t be able to have the stuffing but I bet I could find something else that would work to bind them.
Tracy @ Ascending Butterfly says
This looks great! Love meatballs and I would never have thought to add the cranberry sauce with pasta, I want to try that! 🙂
Juliana RW says
Looks really delicious and easy to cook. I will try it later 😉
Aisha Kristine Chong says
Now that looks like such a yummy meat balls – I think I want to give that a try some time.
Elizabeth O. says
I’ve never had enough when meatballs are for dinner.
Pauline Cabrera says
That hint of cranberry and turkey sauce intrigues me. Yum!!!
Janeane Davis says
The photos of all the delicious food was almost too much for me to take when I am trying to eat better and stay in shape.
Margarita Ibbott (@DownshiftingPRO) says
… and BAM you made dinner so easily and in a flash. Looks super yummy.
lifeasaconvert says
I think I would like the addition of the cranberry sauce. It would mesh so well with the other flavors.
Taya says
Sounds great. We love meatballs here. Not used to making them so much with gravy, so this may be an excellent change.
Kristin says
This and sounds so good. I wonder how it would taste on top of mashed potatoes.
Dina says
I have those ingredients. I need to make that this week. Thanks for the recipe idea!
Melissa says
This is SO unique! It sounds so good too, I must try it.
Real Talk Moms says
This recipe looks fantastic. I love the idea of having cranberry sauce on the side to make it even more like Thanksgiving. Yum!
Pam says
My family loves meatballs and I am sure they would love these. This will make a great dinner for us one night this week. Thanks!
Debi says
I never would have thought to make meat balls like these. But they look so good.
Heather says
You make it sound so amazing! I find I am very stressed at Thanksgiving, making all the meals and then cleaning up after all the dishes I tend to work that day from 4am til well past midnight just to clean up after everyone that comes over. I wish it was a lazy time for me. LOL! This looks like a great recipe though!
Andrea Callahan says
Yummy meatballs! Gotta try this recipe for Thanksgiving!
Amanda Love says
OK I’ve never thought about using cranberry sauce in a dish like this before. Great idea!
rochkirstin says
Those meatballs looked really great. The presentation of the dish for Thanksgiving is festive. I will tell my mom to replicate this for us haha.
Dee @ Cocktailswithmom says
I absolutely have to give this a try. I love everything about it.
Amy says
These looks so darn good and almost resemble IKEA Meatballs!! So delish!!!
Karen W says
Wow!! These look delish!!! I’m not sure my family would be happy to see this on Thanksgiving day, but they would be happy for after Thanksgiving! Thanks for the recipe.
Mama to 5 BLessings says
What a nice twist on turkey on Thanksgiving. Looks amazing!
Nina Say says
Egg noodles are my favorite type of noodle. Mixed with meatballs? I just might be drooling over here. A side note, your ground meat looks so fresh! I’ve never seen it look so pretty before.
Pam says
Same! There’s nothing like the combo of egg noodles and meatballs. It’s my favorite comfort food combo.
Amethyst Moon says
This looks like a great dish. And, very creative!
Mama to 5 BLessings says
Sounds like an amazing recipe! Definitely a different way of eating turkey on Thanksgiving!
Pam says
These sound like they would be absolutely delicious! All the taste of Thanksgiving with only half the work.
michele d says
My kids would definitely eat this.. Should try it! Looks good.
maria @ close to home says
I have never thought to add cranberry sauce to my meatballs. My kids would love this, just meat balls and noodles
deb says
I love how easy Stove Top makes my favorite recipes. These look absolutely delicious and a way to enjoy a ‘Thanksgiving’ meal year round.
Jeanine says
Wow these look delicious! I love thanksgiving and everything about it.. This would be so nice to make. Thanksgiving past already here in Canada so why not have another?:)
Helene Cohen Bludman says
What a great idea! I always try to use turkey meatballs instead of meat or pork.
Nancy @ Whispered Inspirations says
Mmm, this is genius. 🙂 I bet they taste amazing!
Stephanie says
This sounds so yummy! I think my husband would love it!
Kecia says
Oh my gosh – YES! I am one of those that wants Thanksgiving-esque food all year long. I am going to have to try these meatballs.
Kelly Hutchinson says
I cannot wait to make these meatballs! Or should I say turkey balls? These look delicious!
Shauna says
Oh my goodness, these sound delicious. I have never thought about doing anything other than turkey but would love to make these any other night. Sounds great to me
Nolie says
This is such a fantastic idea, especially for those that aren’t interested in a huge turkey. Thanks so much!
Alice Chase says
We are having an early Thanksgiving this year and I don’t want to make two turkeys so this will be perfect Thanks for the idea!.
Taylor says
That looks so good! I will have to tell my mom about it!
Michele says
That would certainly remind me of Thanksgiving no matter when I made them. I don’t like Turkey Meatballs-but maybe some cut up leftover turkey would do the trick for me.
Aimee Smith says
What a great idea! I am a fan of anything Stove Top! This looks really yummy!
Melissa Vera says
I am going to have to try this recipe out. It looks delicious.
Jennifer Williams says
I use Stove Top for my meatloaf and oddly never thought to use it for meatballs. I would love to try this out.
Denine Anderson-Regan says
This would make a great appetizer for the winter months. I bet these didn’t last long – they sound delicious.
Tammi @ My Organized Chaos says
I never would have thought to add this into stuffing. Bet it makes a wonderful addition – I need to try this, thanks!
Amy @ Will Run For Ice Cream says
Yummy, this looks delicious. And it looks so easy to do. I think I’d like to make this for lunch on the weekends!
becca says
Oh my i’m in love. I am all about Thanksgiving dinner year around so this would be perfect.
Jillian says
This dish looks amazing. I will have to add it to my grocery list.
Kimberly Bergeron says
Thank you Thank you! I’ve been wanting to find a recipe like this. I will certainly be making these for dinner this week! I can’t wait! Bought the stuffing yesterday, so I’m good!
Melanie says
Love that table set up! Love meatballs too, this is going to be on the menu. Yum, thanks for sharing
Carmen Perez (listen2mama) says
This looks amazing! What a neat idea, Thanksgiving turkey meatballs, I love it.
Alisha Kostiuk says
Meatballs for Thanksgiving what a wonderful idea. I think my entire family would love these.
CourtneyLynne says
Omg yummy!!! Totally saving this recipe!!!!
Lesley says
Wow! Those look so delicious. I love meatballs, its probably one of my favorite foods ever.
Lois Alter Mark says
Wow, I love this idea! It looks and sounds delicious, and makes it possible to have Thanksgiving every day!
Penelope says
Turkey, cranberries, and gravy… could these be the most delicious meatballs EVER?? Wow!!!
Ladena says
Oh yum! This sounds like such a GREAT recipe. I love cooking with ground turkey but usually only make chilly. These meatballs are a great idea! I bet my family would love them!
Annie Mai says
That sounds so good right now! I am ready for Thanksgiving dinner, yum!
Erica Brooks says
Those meatballs look so yummy. My kids love meatballs. This will be a fun recipe to try.
Jenna Wood says
What a great, unique way to use meatballs- This has Thanksgiving written all over it, and I am in love with how simple it is!
Kungphoo says
I like it like this.. i have tasted something like this before, but never knew how it was made.. thanks for sharing the recipe!
Jessica (Savory Experiments) says
You’ve got every Thanksgiving day element in there, they must taste amazing!!! And so simple, I’m sure I have all of the ingredients already in my pantry and fridge.
Tiffany (A Mom's Take) says
Those meatballs look really good. I might need to make these soon.
Aline Matiazzo says
This looks delish! I’ll try this recipe. Thanks for sharing!
maria says
I love the decor! This is a great way to have family visit and entertain without breaking the bank.
Athena says
OMG my husband would kill to have these. I will definitely be making and in the meantime – pinned!
sharon martin says
I’m going to have to keep this one for next month, sounds mouth watering good !
Jess Scull says
omg my husband would die over these. Saving this to make this week!
Jennifer says
You make the coolest recipes, Liz! This sounds amazing – like entire Thanksgiving in my mouth. YUM!
Jaime says
I love Thanksgiving (ALL THE FOOD!) and I think these meatballs sound delicious. I’m definitely going to have to try this recipe.
Dana says
We love our traditional recipes but each year we also make sure to have one dish on the table that we’ve never tried before. This looks great and Im sure my family will love it!
Fi Nà Neachtáin says
Oh yum! I really would love to have meatballs for dinner some night soon. I’m going to have to make these.
Rachel Miller says
I can’t wait to try these!
Dawn says
If there’s one thing in this world that can compete with pumpkin, it’s the flavors of Thanksgiving. Thanks for sharing this awesome recipe!
Marie S says
This seems like such an easier dish for Thanksgiving, and looks really good.
noelle d says
sounds great! i need to try and make meatballs sometime.. this would be a great excuse.
brian miller says
huh, interesting take on thanksgiving….
i would give it a try…i bet the cranberry sauce adds an interesting flavor layer
Robin (Masshole Mommy) says
Cranberry sauce makes everything better if you ask me ;_
Robin (Masshole Mommy) says
Those sound SO good. I am not hosting this year for the first time in about a decade, but this would be a great dish for me to bring with me when I celebrate it with family the following Sunday (we are going to NYC for the parade on the actual day)!