Iowa Ham Balls

By Bailey1_

This is a special recipe my whole family likes. Every time they visit and I make Ham Balls, they're all smiles. When I take this to potluck meals, I'm always asked to share the recipe. It's very appropriate for my region, too, since Iowa farmers raise prize-winning pigs and cattle.

Ingredients

• 3-1/2 pounds ground ham
• 1-1/2 pounds ground beef
• 3 eggs, beaten
• 2 cups milk
• 3 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) tomato soup, undiluted
• 3/4 cup vinegar
• 2-1/2 cups packed brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon prepared mustard

Preparation

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine first five ingredients. Using a 1/3 cup measure, shape mixture into 2-in. balls. Place in two large shallow roasting pans. Combine all remaining ingredients; pour over balls. Bake at 325° for 1 hour, basting frequently with sauce. Yield: about 15 servings.