Sweet and Sour Meatballs

Here's a recipe that is easy to make and super yummy!  It's been a family favorite for as long as I can remember.  It may look complicated but it's really not. 


Sweet and Sour Meatballs


Meatballs:
1 lb. ground beef
1 egg
1 tbsp cornstarch
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
2 tbsp chopped onion
1 tbsp oil

Sauce:
1 can pineapple chunks or tidbits (save juice in separate cup)
1 tbsp soy sauce
3 tbsp vinegar
6 tbsp water
3 tbsp cornstarch
1/2 c sugar
2 large bell peppers, sliced

Directions:  Mix beef, egg, 1 tbsp cornstarch, salt, onion, and pepper.  Shape into 18 balls.  Brown in oil until cooked through.  Set aside.  Add pineapple juice to oil and heat.  Add soy sauce and sugar and stir until sugar is dissolved.  Mix cornstarch with water and then add stirring constantly until thickened.  Add meatballs, bell pepper, and pineapple and simmer until peppers are tender.  Serve over rice.