Ginger Meatballs Recipe

By mkuchel

"These sweet and tangy meatballs have caused many guests to ask,'What is that delicious flavor?' I often increase the recipe and keep the meatballs warm in a slow cooker."

Ingredients

• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup finely crushed gingersnaps (about 11 cookies)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1-1/2 pounds ground beefXKick-up the flavor With Johnsonville Italian Sausage.Featured Sponsor
• 1 cup ketchup
• 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

Details

Servings 14
Adapted from tasteofhome.com

Preparation

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the egg, cookie crumbs and salt. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls.
Place on greased racks in shallow baking pans. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until no longer pink; drain.
In a large skillet, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, mustard and ginger. Add meatballs. Simmer, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes or until heated through, gently stirring several times. Yield: about 3-1/2 dozen.