Amount
Ingredient
Preparation



2
cups
bread

torn



3/4
cups
milk





1
pound
beef

ground



1/2
cup
onion

finely chopped



2
tablespoons
parsley

chopped



1
teaspoon
salt





1/2
teaspoon
garlic powder





1/4
teaspoon
pepper





1 1/2
cup
ketchup





1/4
cup
apricot preserves





1
tablespoon
mustard

dijon style



2
teaspoons
vinegar

cider



1/4
teaspoon
hot pepper sauce





2
each
beans

green, 16 oz cans, cut, drained

 Microwave:  In a mixing bowl, pour milk over bread and let stand 1 minute.  Add meat, onion, parsley, salt, garlic powder and black pepper; mix well.  Roll into 1 inch size balls; place in a 2 quart microwave safe dish.  Cover and cook on High for 6 to 8 minutes or until done; drain.  Blend ketchup with preserves, mustard, vinegar and red pepper sauce. Combine sauce, beans and meatballs.  Cover and cook on High for 2 to 3 minutes or until heated through.

Makes 6 to 8 servings