Christmas Meatballs

• 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
• 1 packet onion soup mix
• 1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs
• 1/4 cup chopped dried cranberries
• 2 tablespoon fresh parsley, minced
• 1 -1/2 pounds lean ground beef
• 1 can whole-berry cranberry sauce
• 3/4 cup ketchup
• 1/2 cup beef broth
• 3 tablespoon brown sugar
• 3 tablespoon finely chopped onion
• 2 teaspoon cider vinegar

1. In a large microwave-proof bowl, combine the eggs, onion soup mix, seasoned breadcrumbs, dried cranberries, fresh parsley and ground beef and a pinch of salt. Mix thoroughly.Form the mixture into small balls.
2. In batches of 6, cover and microwave for 2-3 minutes.
3. In a large microwave-proof bowl, combine the cranberry sauce, ketchup, beef broth, brown sugar, onion, cider vinegar.
4. Cover and microwave 3-4 minutes, stirring halfway.Add the balls to the sauce and microwave for another 1-2 minutes.