Okay then.
So. When Aaron and I first started dating, most of what we ate came from a restaurant, was fast food, or came out of a box. We were 21, what do you expect? Plus, he wasn't a huge fan of home cooking. His mom wasn't a horrible cook, but there are a lot of things she made that he hated (and still hates - see pot roast). But, there were also a few things that his mom made that he absolutely loved. These meatballs are one of those things.
Of course, now I've ruined him for fast food, convenience food, and food that comes out of a box. He prefers eating my cooking to eating out, which while a very nice compliment, means more work for me, even when I don't especially feel like cooking. Luckily, the few things his mom made that he loved are very easy to throw together, so it's win-win. He's not getting these for New Year's Eve like usual, mostly because we can't finish a batch between the two of us and we won't be able to eat the leftovers and stick to our vegetarian for a month plan. But you could make them if you need an addition to your spread; they're quick, easy, delicious, and at a party they're usually the first thing to disappear.
Oh, and yes, I know the ingredients sound weird, but seriously, don't knock it until you try it. The combination makes for a very flavorful sauce. I promise.
Mama J's Cocktail Meatballs
Meatballs:
2 lb. ground beef
1 egg
2 Tbsp. bread crumbs
2 Tbsp. water
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. seasoning salt (ex. Lawry's)
Sauce:
1 bottle chili sauce (the smallish one)
1 sm. glass grape jelly (I get the one that comes in a reusable glass, but if you can't find it, add most of a small jar - all except about a 1/4 c.)
juice of 1/2 lemon
Mix the ingredients for the meatballs until just combined, and let sit for about 10 minutes. Roll into balls about 1 1/2 inches in diameter.
Slowly heat the sauce ingredients in a heavy skillet, whisking to combine as the jelly melts.
Drop the meatballs into sauce. Cook gently for 1 hour, uncovered.
Great recipe for meatballs! Thanks for sharing :)
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