Saucy

1 lg Egg

1 c Fresh bread crumbs, from

2 slices bread

1/4 c Club soda

3 tb Chopped fresh dill OR 1 1/2 tb Dried dill weed

1 1/4 ts Salt

3/4 ts Freshly ground black pepper

3 tb Butter

1 pk (8 oz) medium egg noodles

8 oz Fresh green beans, cut into 1 1/2" pieces, about 2 cups

2 c Sliced fresh mushrooms,

About 8 oz. 1/3 c Sour cream

2 tbsp. chopped dill,

3/4 tsp. salt and 1/4 tsp. pepper;using hands or wooden spoon, blend well.Shape mixture into 1 1/4" balls.In

12" skillet,over medium-high heat,melt

2 tbsp. butter;add meatballs;cook about 12 minutes, turning frequently until browned on all sides.Meanwhile,prepare noodles according to package directions,add green beans to boiling water along with noodles;do not add salt.When meatballs are browned,remove to plate using slotted spoon.To drippings in skillet,add remaining

1 tbsp. butter;melt over medium-high heat.Add mushrooms;cook about 5 minutes, stirring frequently until crisp-tender.Return meatballs to skillet along with

3/4 cup water and remaining

1 tbsp. chopped dill,

1/2 tsp. salt and 1/4 tsp. pepper.Increase heat to high;bring to boil.Reduce heat to low;cook,covered,

5 minutes until meatballs are cooked through. Stir in sour cream;cook

2 to 3 minutes longer until heated through. To serve:Drain noodles and green beans;arrange on serving platter. Spoon meatball mixture over noodles;toss quickly.Garnish with dill sprigs,if desired.Makes

4 servings.