Brandied Meatballs Makes 6 dozen
2 pounds Ground Beef 3/4 cup Milk 1/2 cup soft Breadcrumbs 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce 1 teaspoon Salt 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder 1/2 teaspoon ground Nutmeg (divided) 1/4 teaspoon Ginger, ground 1/8 teaspoon Pepper Dash Hot Sauce 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil 1 (18-ounce) jar Peach Preserves 1/4 cup Brown Sugar, firmly packed 1/2 cup Brandy 1/2 cup Peach-flavored Brandy 1 tablespoon Cornstarch 1 tablespoon Cold Water
Combine ground beef, milk, breadcrumbs, Worcestershire sauce, salt, garlic powder, half the nutmeg, ginger, pepper, and hot sauce. Mix well; shape into 1-inch meatballs. Heat oil in a large skillet; cook meatballs in hot oil over medium heat for 10 to 15 minutes or until browned. Drain meatballs on paper towels; pour off pan drippings. In the same skillet, combine peach preserves, brown sugar, brandies, and the remaining 1/4- teaspoon nutmeg, mixing well; simmer 10 minutes. Add meatballs; cover and simmer 1 hour, stirring occasionally. Combine cornstarch and water, mixing well, then stir into sauce. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened and bubbly. Serve in a warmed chafing dish or crock-pot. |