FREEZER - EASY BARBECUED MEATBALLS

 

(This recipe was shared with me by a good friend)

 

                        3 lb. Ground beef        (1) 12 oz. Can evaporated milk

                        1 c. rolled oats                        1 c. cracker crumbs

                        2 eggs                          ½ c. chopped onion

                        ½ t. garlic powder       2 t. salt

                        ½ t. pepper                  2 t. chili powder

 

Combine all ingredients & mix well.  Shape into walnut-size balls.  Place in a single layer on waxed paper lined pan.  Freeze until solid.  Pack frozen into a sealable bag.  Can be stored until you want to use.

 

To prepare meatball dish – arrange meatballs in a 9 x 13 pan.  Pour sauce over and bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour or fry meat balls and place in crock pot.  Pour sauce over and cook on low at least 2 hrs.

 

Sauce Mix:

2 c. ketchup                 1 c. packed brown sugar

½ t. liquid smoke         ½ t. garlic powder

¼ c. chopped onion