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Meats: Bacon Cheeseburger Balls

Source of Recipe

Slice of Country


List of Ingredients

1 egg
1 envelope onion soup mix
1 pound ground beef

2 Tablespoons all purpose flour
2 Tablespoons milk
1 cup (4 ounces) finely shredded cheddar cheese
4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

COATING:

2 eggs
1 cup crushed saltines (about 30 crackers)
5 Tablespoons vegetable oil



Recipe

FOR THE MEATBALLS: In a bowl, combine egg and soup mix. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Divide into 36 portions; set aside.

In a bowl, combine the flour and milk until smooth. Add cheese and bacon; mix well. Shape cheese mixture into 36 balls. Shape one beef portion around each cheese ball.

FOR THE COATING: In a shallow bowl, beat the eggs. Place cracker crumbs in another bowl. Dip meatballs into egg, then coat with crumbs.

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook meatballs in oil for 10-12 minutes or until the meat is no longer pink and coating is golden brown. Yield: 3 dozen.