Cocktail Meatballs

Directions

• Step 1 Preheat the broiler.
• Step 2 In a large bowl, soak the bread in the milk for 1 minute, until softened.
• Step 3 Squeeze out the excess milk and return the bread to the bowl.
• Step 4 Add the eggs, onion, salt, paprika, dry mustard, pepper and mace and mix until smooth.
• Step 5 Add the ground beef and mix until evenly combined.
• Step 6 Brush a large rimmed baking sheet with oil.
• Step 7 Using a 2-tablespoon-size ice cream scoop, form the meat into 1 1/2-inch balls.
• Step 8 Roll until smooth.
• Step 9 Transfer the meatballs to the baking sheet and brush the tops with oil.
• Step 10 Broil 10 inches from the heat for about 10 minutes, shifting the sheet occasionally, until the meatballs are sizzling and browned.
• Step 11 Meanwhile, in a large, deep skillet, combine the ketchup, jelly, sherry and Worcestershire.
• Step 12 Add 1/2 cup of water and bring to a simmer, whisking until the jelly is melted.
• Step 13 Using a slotted spoon, add the meatballs to the sauce and simmer over low heat until thickly glazed, about 15 minutes.
• Step 14 Transfer the meatballs to a bowl and serve with picks.