1		slightly beaten egg
1	lb	bulk pork sausage
1/2	cup	finely crushed saltine crackers
1/3	cup	milk
1/2	tsp	rubbed sage
1/2	cup	water
1/4	cup	catsup
2	tbsp	brown sugar
1	tbsp	soy sauce

Combine first five ingredients, mixing together well. With two teaspoons, place small amount to make about 1 1/4-inch balls. Cook balls in frypan over medium heat, shaking pan gently and browning meat on all sides, about 10 minutes. Pour off excess fat. Combine last four ingredients; simmer a few minutes. Place meat balls in this sauce. Gently cook for 15 minutes. To serve, keep hot in a chafing dish. Makes 3 dozen meat balls.