Sauerbraten Meatballs

Submitted by Amberngriffinco

"An easy and cheaper way to enjoy the taste of sauerbraten."

 

• Ready In: 40mins
• Ingredients: 14
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1⁄2 cup finely chopped onion
• 1 egg (slightly beaten )
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄8 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 1⁄2 tablespoons butter (melted ) or 1 1/2 tablespoons margarine (melted )
• 1⁄2 cup wine vinegar
• 1⁄2 cup water
• 3 tablespoons brown sugar
• 8 gingersnaps (coarsely crumbled )
• 8 whole cloves
• 6 peppercorns (crushed )
• 1 bay leaf
• 1⁄2 cup sour cream

directions

1. Combine ground beef, onion, egg, salt, and black pepper; mix well. Shape into 1-1/2-inch meatballs. Brown meatballs in butter in a large skillet over medium heat; drain well. Combine remaining ingredients except sour cream; mix well. Pour over meatballs; cover and cook over low heat for 30 minutes.
2. Remove meatballs to a serving platter; keep warm. Strain sauce; stir in sour cream, and pour over meatballs.