Tender Meatballs in Mushroom Gravy

Makes 6 servings

• 1 pound beef lean ground
• 4 bread slices
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon dried minced onion
• 1 can golden mushroom soup
• 1/3 cup water

Pull apart bread into small, dime-size pieces. Combine ground beef, bread, salt, pepper, and minced onion in a large mixing bowl. Using a spoon, scoop out rounds of meat mixture, or shape into several round, 2-inch balls by hand. Brown meatballs in a hot skillet using a small amount of butter or oil. Turn them occasionally so all sides are browned. Place meatballs in a crockpot. Add soup and water. Cook on low for 6 to 12 hours, high for up to 6 hours.