Tamale Balls
- 2 cups crumbled cornbread
- 1 (10 ounce) can mild enchilada sauce, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 lbs ground chuck
- 1 -2 garlic clove, minced (optional)
- 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup monterey jack cheese
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- In a large bowl, combine cornbread crumbs, 1/2 cup enchilada sauce, minced garlic (if using) and salt.
- Add ground chuck and mix well.
- Shape into 1-inch balls and place in a shallow baking dish.
- Add a little more of the enchilada sauce, a tablespoon at a time, if it's not holding together good.
- Meatballs can be made in advance up to the point and refrigerated; allow to come to room temperature before baking.
- Bake uncovered, 18 to 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile in a saucepan, stir together tomato sauce and remaining enchilada sauce and heat gently until heated through.
- Transfer cooked meatballs to chafing dish or crockpot.
- Pour sauce over and top with cheese.
- Keep warm over low heat and serve with toothpicks.
cornbread, enchilada sauce, salt, ground chuck, garlic, tomato sauce, cheese
Taken from www.food.com/recipe/tamale-balls-277873 (may not work)