Groovy Meatballs

This recipe is circa 1960's and it is oh so groovy. Put on your most comfortable polyester pants and tuck in a scarf. Even Austin Powers loves these balls. (grrrrrrllll!!!!!)

While I won't be borrowing mom's white patent leather belt, I have permanently adopted her Groovy Meatballs recipe. I often bring them along to potluck parties. Just keep an eye on these balls... they have a tendency to disappear quickly. Oh, and men especially love this dish -- it's perfect for Super Bowl parties or tailgate parties. Yeah baby!

Go ahead! Put on some disco music and start whipping up your own groovy meatballs!



Sauce:

2 jars Taco Sauce

1 tsp. Lemon juice (add a bit of zest of lemon too!)

1 10 oz jar grape jelly

Meatballs:

• 2 lbs. ground beef


• 1/2 cup bread crumbs (plain)


• 2 eggs


• 1 pkg. onion soup mix (a pantry staple!)


• 1/2 tsp. oregano


• 1/2 tsp. parsley


• 1/2 tsp. Johnny's seasoning salt


• 1/2 tsp. paprika
  
• 1/2 tsp. basil
  
  *I use fresh herbs in the summer. I think fresh herbs always add more flavor and color, and are - hands down - the best to use for most authentic tasting recipes. You can grow your own herbs in the winter with an indoor herb kit. Now, isn't that groovy?

Directions:

Mix and simmer sauce ingredients in saucepan

Mix meatball ingredients and form into bite-size balls

Place meatballs into sauce and let simmer for 30 minutes or until cooked thoroughly (turning to coat)

• Serve in Chafing dish or slow cooker to keep meatballs warm.

Now, GET IN MY BELLY!!!