Jun 09 2026
RestaurantsMcGregors Butcher & BistroBison Meatball Recipe

Bison Meatball Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

Mushroom Demi-Glace, Cranberry Glaze, Brie

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Ingredients

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Bison Meatballs

Mushroom Demi-Glace

Cranberry Glaze

Brie Topping

Method

Bison Meatballs

  1. 1

    Prepare the Meatball Mixture

    In a large bowl, combine ground bison, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, chopped onion, parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix until thoroughly combined.

  2. 2

    Form the Meatballs

    Using your hands, shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

  3. 3

    Cook the Meatballs

    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches, cooking until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 10-12 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.

Mushroom Demi-Glace

  1. 4

    Sauté the Mushrooms

    In the same skillet used for the meatballs, melt butter over medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and sauté until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

  2. 5

    Deglaze the Pan

    Pour in the red wine, scraping the bottom of the skillet to release any browned bits. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.

  3. 6

    Add Broth and Season

    Add beef broth and dried thyme. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer until the sauce thickens, about 10-15 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Cranberry Glaze

  1. 7

    Prepare the Glaze

    In a small saucepan, combine cranberry sauce, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar. Heat over medium heat until warmed and slightly thickened, about 5-7 minutes.

Brie Topping

  1. 8

    Prepare the Brie

    Slice the brie cheese into thin pieces and set aside.

Assembly and Serving

  1. 9

    Assemble the Dish

    On a serving platter, place the cooked bison meatballs. Top each meatball with a slice of brie cheese.

  2. 10

    Serve with Sauces

    Drizzle the mushroom demi-glace over the meatballs and serve with cranberry glaze on the side.

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