Sweet and Sour Meatballs

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup bread crumbs
• 1/4 cup chopped onion
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons vinegar
• 1/4 cup pineapple juice
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, egg, bread crumbs, onion, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
2. Form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place on a greased baking sheet.
3. Bake in a preheated 350°F oven for 20 minutes, or until cooked through.
4. Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar, pineapple juice, and cornstarch. Stir until smooth.
5. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Boil for 2 minutes, or until thickened.
6. Remove from the heat and stir in the cooked meatballs.
7. Serve over cooked white rice.

Interesting Facts

• Sweet and sour is a popular Chinese dish.
• The combination of sweet and sour flavors is known to be very pleasing to the palate.
• The meatballs in this dish can be made with any type of ground meat.
• This dish can be served hot or cold.