Recipe - Sauerbraten Meatballs

1 Recipe of Basic Meatballs; *
1 tablespoon Brown Sugar
1 teaspoon Instant Beef Bouillon
One fourth teaspoon Cloves; Ground
1/8 teaspoon Pepper
1 Bay Leaf
One fourth cup Vinegar
1/3 cup Raisins; Optional
6 Gingersnaps; **

* See Recipe 12.
** Break the gingersnaps into small pieces.
Prepare the basic meatball recipe. Combine the cooked meatballs and the
remaining ingredients in a large skillet. Heat to boiling, stirring
occasionally, then reduce the heat. Cover and simmer about 20 minutes,
stirring occasionally. Remove the bay leaf and serve over mashed
potatoes.