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| Brandied Meatballs | |||||||
| 2 pounds ground beef 3/4 cup milk 1/2 cup soft bread crumbs 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, divided use 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger 1/8 teaspoon pepper 1/8 teaspoon liquid hot pepper sauce 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 (18-ounce) jar peach jam 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup brandy 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1 tablespoon water In a large bowl, combine ground beef, milk, soft bread crumbs, worcestershire sauce, salt, garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg, ginger, pepper, and liquid hot pepper sauce; mix well and shape into 1-inch meatballs. Cook in oil in a large skillet over medium heat until browned. Drain the meatballs on paper towels and drain the skillet. To the empty skillet, add peach jam, brown sugar, brandy, and 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg; simmer for 10 minutes. Add the meatballs, cover, and simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally. Combine cornstarch and water, mixing well; stir into the sauce. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened and bubbly. Serve in a chafing dish. Makes 10 servings. |
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