Southern Meatballs

1. 1

   Dice the onion, and in a large bowl combine the onion, ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, salt and pepper.

2. 2

   Mix well.

3. 3

   Roll the meat into 1 1/2 inch balls, and lay them on a baking sheet.

4. 4

   Put them in the freezer for 20 minutes to firm.

5. 5

   Preheat the oven to 375 F.

6. 6

   Put the flour in a dish, and when youre ready to cook the meatballs, remove them from the freezer and roll them in the flour to coat.

7. 7

   Heat about 1/4 inch of olive (or canola) oil over medium-high heat in a heavy skillet.

8. 8

   When a bit of flour sizzles as its dropped into the oil, add meatballs into the pan in a single layer.

9. 9

   Dont crowd the pan.

10. 10

    You can cook them in batches if needed.

11. 11

    Cook until browned and crisp on all sides, and remove to a paper towel lined plate to drain excess oil.

12. 12

    Repeat with the rest of the meatballs.

13. 13

    Lay the meatballs in a baking dish, in a single layer.

14. 14

    Whisk together the grape jelly and chili sauce, and pour over the meatballs.

15. 15

    Bake at 375 F for 30 minutes.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.