Val Coles's absurdly simple meatball sauce — just three pantry staples in a 2-2-1 ratio: catsup, brown sugar, and yellow mustard, stirred together over heat until smooth and poured over warmed meatballs. No measuring cups required, just the ratio. A go-to for parties when you need a crowd-pleasing sauce in five minutes.
Servings 30
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Use any consistent unit you like for the 2-2-1 ratio — cups, half-cups, or even ladles. It scales effortlessly for any size party.
Watch the meat closely once it goes into the sauce; it doesn't take long for the meatballs to absorb the heat and overcook if left too long.