Sauerbraten Golden Apple Meatballshamburger 3 golden delicious apples 1 1/2 lb ground beef 1/2 cup soft bread crumbs 1/4 cup finely chopped onions 1 egg 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1/4 teaspoon thyme 1 tablespoon oil 1 cup water 3 tablespoon vinegar 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar 1/4 cup crushed gingersnap cookies 1 bay leaf Pare, core and grate apple to measure 1 cup.Mix with ground beef, bread crumbs,onion,egg and seasonings.Shape into balls about 1 1/2" in diameter.Brown on all sides in oil.Drain excess fat.Combine remaining ingredients;pour over meatballs and bring to boil.Core and cut remaining apples into wedges.Add to skillet.Reduce heat,cover, simmer 15 to 20 minutes or until apples are tender.Remove bay leaf. Makes 6 servings. |
