Meatballs::

2 lb. ground beef
1 1/2 c. bread crumbs
1 c. milk
1 c. finely chopped onions
2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. pepper
1 tsp. oregano
2 lg. brown eggs

BBQ Sauce:

3 (8 oz.) cans tomato puree
1/2 c. molasses
1/4 c. brown sugar
1/4 c. vinegar
2 tsp. sweet basil
(Optional - sm. amount ground red pepper)

Meatballs: Combine all ingredients in a bowl. Make small meatballs - brown in skillet. Do not remove grease.

Sauce: Combine in pot (slow-cooker is ideal for bringing these to parties). Add meatballs. Simmer until flavors blend and meatballs hot.

Submitted by: Jennifer L.