Simple BBQ meatballs

Quick and easy is the name of the game with small children. I try to avoid feeding them too many processed foods, but occasionally on a chilly day, we want something that warms us from the inside. This is the recipe that my son likes to make with me.

As a family of 6, we double this recipe for leftovers! Any of this can be made homemade if you prefer.

  • 1 box of noodles (any shape)
  • 1 bag of frozen meatballs (we enjoy beef or turkey)
  • 1 jar or container of BBQ sauce (12 to 16 ounces)
  • 1/2 to 1 cup of water (depends on how thin you like the sauce
  • Shredded cheese (optional)


Cook noodles to desired consistency. Strain noodles. Get a large saucepan and fill it with the bag of meatballs and the water. Cover meatballs. Cook meatballs until defrosted. Pour sauce over the meatballs and stir. Recover. Cook until the meatballs are fully coated and have soaked up about half of the sauce. Pour cooked meatballs over the noodles. Add cheese, if you want. Bon appetit!


Let me know in the comments if you try it and like it!

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