Recipes Country Kitchen-2010 February Neighbors SWEET AND TANGY MEATBALLS

SWEET AND TANGY MEATBALLS

SWEET AND TANGY MEATBALLS
SWEET AND TANGY  MEATBALLS

SWEET AND TANGY MEATBALLS

Ingredients

2 eggs
1 cup crushed saltine crackers
1 cup quick-cooking oats
1 (12-ounce) can evaporated milk
1 cup chopped onion
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
3 pounds ground beef

SAUCE:
2 cups ketchup
1 1/2 cups brown sugar
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon liquid smoke
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Preparation

In a large bowl, beat eggs; add crackers, oats, milk, onion, salt, pepper, garlic powder and chili powder. Add ground beef and mix well. Shape into 1? -inch balls. Place in two 9- by 13-inch baking dishes. Bake uncovered at 375 degrees for 30 minutes. Remove from oven and drain. Place all meatballs in one pan. Top with sauce, and bake uncovered about 20 minutes.
Sauce: In a medium saucepan, bring all ingredients to a boil. Pour over cooked meatballs.