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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 20 Minutes Servings: 22 |
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For a savory appetizer, try this recipe. Your guests will be so surprised how packed full of flavor the balls and sauce are.Maryeileen Jahnke, South Milwaukee, Wisconsin Ingredients:
2 cups crushed butter-flavored crackers |
1 cup (4 ounces) finely shredded cheddar cheese |
1 cup ground pecans |
1/2 cup finely chopped onion |
2 tablespoons toasted wheat germ |
6 eggs |
1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce |
1-1/2 teaspoons dark brown sugar |
sauce: |
1 cup ketchup |
1/4 cup water |
2 tablespoons dark brown sugar |
2 tablespoons molasses |
2 tablespoons worcestershire sauce |
1 tablespoon finely chopped onion |
1 teaspoon salt |
1/4 teaspoon pepper |
Directions:
1. In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. In another bowl, whisk the eggs, Worcestershire sauce and sugar; add to cracker mixture. Shape into 1-in. balls. Place in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Combine sauce ingredients; pour over nutballs. Cover and bake at 350° for 1 hour (do not stir). Serve warm. Yield: about 5-1/2 dozen. |
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