Dilly Ham Balls

1 pound fully cooked ham, ground
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
1/4 cup finely chopped green onions
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh dill or 3 teaspoons dried, divided
1/4 cup milk
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup water
1 cup sour cream
hot cooked noodles
Servings: 6
1. In a bowl, combine ham, bread crumbs, onions, 1 tablespoon fresh dill (or 1 teaspoon dried), milk, egg, mustard and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; mix well. Shape into 1-inch balls.

2. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon butter and 1 tablespoon oil. Brown ham balls, adding remaining butter and oil as needed. Remove ham balls to a serving dish; cover and keep warm.

3. Pour ham drippings into a saucepan; blend in flour. Gradually add water and stir until smooth. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly until mixture thickens. Add sour cream and remaining dill and pepper; heat through, but do not boil. Pour over the ham balls. Serve over noodles.

Servings: 6