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Ground Beef Meatballs

Tender Ground Beef Meatballs in Savory Gravy Bliss

Enjoy these Ground Beef Meatballs enveloped in a rich gravy for a comforting meal your family will love.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 meatballs
Course: Beef
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1.75 lbs Ground Beef (80/20) Main protein source
  • 1/2 unit Yellow Onion Adds sweetness and depth
  • 1/3 cup Breadcrumbs Provides structure
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 unit Large Egg Binds ingredients together
  • 1.5 tbsp Ketchup Brings sweetness and moisture
  • 1 tsp Yellow Mustard Adds tangy kick
  • 1.25 tsp Worcestershire Sauce Boosts umami flavor
  • 3/4 tsp Salt Essential seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper Provides hint of spice
  • 2 tsp Fresh Parsley Adds color and freshness
  • 1.5 tbsp Olive Oil For frying meatballs
For the Gravy
  • 1.5 tbsp Unsalted Butter Used to sauté onions
  • 1.25 cups Chicken Broth Imparts flavor to the gravy
  • 1.25 cups Beef Broth Deepens gravy’s richness
  • 1 unit Beef Bouillon Cube Intensifies beef flavor
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder Enhances gravy onion flavor
  • 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder Adds depth
  • 1/2 tsp Smoked Paprika Provides smoky touch
  • 3 drops Kitchen Bouquet Optional for color
  • 3 tbsp Cornstarch Thickens the gravy
  • 1/4 cup Water For slurry to thicken gravy

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, a large egg, ketchup, yellow mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, and fresh parsley. Mix gently until just combined.
  2. Using wet hands, scoop a portion of the mixture and roll it into balls about 1.5 inches in diameter. Aim for 24 to 26 meatballs.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the meatballs in batches, cooking for about 2 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  4. In the same skillet, lower heat and add unsalted butter and diced onion. Cook for about 15 minutes until onions are caramelized.
  5. Add chicken broth, beef broth, beef bouillon cube, onion powder, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, and smoked paprika to the skillet. Bring to a gentle boil.
  6. Mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Slowly pour this mixture into the bubbling gravy while stirring to prevent lumps.
  7. Add browned meatballs back into the skillet, ensuring they're submerged in the gravy. Let them simmer for about 10 minutes.
  8. Remove from heat and let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 15gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve meatballs warm over mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta for a hearty meal.

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