Johnny Appleseed Meatballs

Chopped apples add a subtle sweetness and interesting texture to these meatballs, which are served in brown-gravy sauce.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 332 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 egg
• 1 cup water
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• ½ cup chopped, peeled apple
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 teaspoon onion salt
• ¼ cup dried bread crumbs
• 1 (.75 ounce) packet dry brown gravy mix

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine ground beef with chopped apple, bread crumbs, egg and onion salt. Divide into 18 to 20 meatballs. Roll each one between your hands to shape into a ball.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet and add oil. Cook the meatballs until browned; pour off fat.

Step 3

Stir in water, brown sugar and gravy mix. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes