Shelly's Recipe

BACON CHEESEBURGER BALLS

Category: Meatballs

1 egg
1 envelope onion soup mix
1 pound ground beef
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
2 tbsp milk
1 cup (4 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese
4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Coating:
2 eggs
1 cup crushed saltines (about 30 crackers)
5 tbsp canola oil

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

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