Baked Meatballs in Sauce

by solass

Prep time: 1:00 Overall time: 2:00

Servings: 4 servings

INGREDIENTS

Meatballs
1 pound ground beef (lean is good)
1 small or 1/2 large white onion, finely chopped
1-2 teaspoons red chili flakes
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup rolled oats
2 tablespoons evaporated or whole milk

Sauce
1 small onion or 1/2 large white onion, chopped
1 cup ketchup or 1/2 cup ketchup and 1/2 cup salsa of your choice
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 jalapeño, seeded and chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup water
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons Dijon or grainy mustard (not hot dog mustard!!)
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
salt and black pepper to taste

INSTRUCTIONS

In a bowl, combine all ingredients together. Cover bowl and chill for 15 minutes. Form into desired size meatballs and brown in hot skillet; drain on paper towel. Arrange in a large baking dish.
Sauce

Place all ingredients in a medium saucepan. Bring to boil, and boil 5 minutes. Pour sauce over meatballs in baking dish. Bake uncovered for 1 hour in a 350 degree F oven.
Serve over rice or noodles, or with crusty garlic bread, and a crispy green salad.

This can easily be doubled for a potluck or large gathering. From the pound of ground beef, I usually get 25 small meatballs.
Enjoy!

CHEF COMMENTS

My mother-in-law gave me this after I had enjoyed it at her home several times. I have since made a few changes that reflect our tastes. It is a bit time consuming to prep, but well worth the effort. Great company dish, and if it is just for 2, you will have leftovers to share or freeze.

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