Sausage Bites

1 egg, slightly beaten
1 lb. ground pork sausage
1/2 c. finely crushed saltine crackers
1/3 c. milk
1/2 tsp. sage
1/2 c. water
1/2 c. ketchup
2 T. brown sugar
1 T. vinegar
1 T. good soy sauce

In mixer bowl, combine egg, sausage, crackers, milk and sage. Beat at high speed for 5 minutes. Shape into 1 1/2" balls. Mixture will be soft - wet your hands to shape easier. In skillet, brown meat on all sides, shaking pan occasionally to prevent sticking. Pour off the excess fat.

Combine remaining ingredients and pour over the meatballs.

Cover and cook, simmer over low heat, 15 minutes. To serve, keep hot in chafing dish. Makes about 3 dozen meatballs.

This cheese ball recipe makes a LOT, goes a long way. Really different and delicious.