Potluck and Buffet Recipes

Mini Meatballs

1 egg, beaten
2/3 cup soft bread crumbs
1/2 cup grated onion
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 pound ground beef
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can condensed beef consomme, undiluted

In a bowl, combine the first six ingredients; add beef and mix well. Shape into 1 1/4-inch balls.

In a skillet over medium heat, brown meatballs; drain. Transfer to a greased 1 1/2-quart baking dish.

Combine the cornstarch and consomme until smooth; add to skillet. Bring to a boil, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Boil for 2 minutes or until thickened. Pour over the meatballs.

Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees F for 50-60 minutes or until no longer pink.

Yields 2 1/2 dozen - serves 10