Grape jelly and honey BBQ sauce are the classic combo that make these cocktail meatballs disappear from the table so quickly. Pineapple and red pepper add a tiki-bar twist.
My wife and I came up with this recipe together on my most recent birthday. I came up with the recipe foundation, but the adjustments she made as she cooked are definitely the key to making this the best I've ever had. It makes me look forward to birthdays again.
We often have this soup on Sunday afternoons in the winter. It is quick and easy, hearty and filling. Serve it with fresh hot homemade biscuits or fresh bread. Yumm. Real comfort food.