Ham Balls with Jezebel Sauce
Deep Fried Indulgences
Christie Katona, Thomas Katona
Nitty Gritty Cookbooks
1 pound cooked ham, finely chopped
1 1/2 pounds pork sausage
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cups breadcrumbs
2 eggs, beaten
1/2 cup milk
1 tablespoon brown sugar, firmly packed
1 teaspoon dry mustard
oil for deep frying
Jezebel Sauce
In a large bowl, combine ham, sausage, onion, breadcrumbs, eggs, milk, brown sugar and mustard, mixing well. Shape into 1-inch balls. Heat oil in the deep fryer to 360 degrees. Fry ham balls in batches until crispy brown and cooked through, about 3 to 4 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Keep warm in a low oven on a paper towel-lined cookie sheet. Serve with Jezebel Sauce.
Makes about 4 dozen
Jezebel Sauce:
1 jar (18 oz) pineapple preserves
1 jar (18 oz) apple jelly
1/2 cup horseradish
3 tablespoons dry mustard
1 tablespoon cracked pepper
Combine all ingredients. Cover and chill.
Makes 4 cups.