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Meatballs and Gravy

Meatballs and Gravy

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Indulge in the comforting flavors of Meatballs and Gravy, a classic dish that brings warmth to any table. This recipe features tender beef meatballs nestled in a savory brown gravy, paired perfectly with creamy mashed potatoes. Ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this meal is not only simple to make but also easy to prepare ahead of time. With a combination of fresh ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll have a hearty dinner ready in no time. Whether served over mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta, Meatballs and Gravy is sure to become a family favorite that everyone will love.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 3 Tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 ½ lbs. Ground Beef (85% lean)
  • ½ Yellow Onion (finely diced)
  • ¼ cup Breadcrumbs (Plain or Italian)
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 1 large Egg
  • 1 Tablespoon Ketchup
  • 1 teaspoon Yellow Mustard
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • ¼ teaspoon Pepper
  • 2 teaspoons Fresh Parsley (roughly chopped)
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion (sliced into ½ inch strings)
  • 1 Tablespoon Unsalted Butter
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth
  • 1 cup Beef Broth
  • 1 Beef Bouillon Cube
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • ¼ cup cold water
  • 3 tablespoons Corn Starch

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, finely diced onion, breadcrumbs, minced garlic, egg, ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and fresh parsley.
  2. Shape the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  4. Add meatballs to the skillet in batches to avoid overcrowding.
  5. Brown all sides until golden brown; remove from skillet and set aside.
  6. In the same skillet, add unsalted butter over medium heat.
  7. Sauté sliced onions until translucent.
  8. Stir in chicken broth, beef broth, bouillon cube, onion powder, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce.
  9. Allow to simmer for about 5 minutes.
  10. In a small bowl, mix cold water with cornstarch until smooth.
  11. Gradually stir this mixture into the simmering gravy until desired thickness is reached.
  12. Return browned meatballs to the skillet with gravy.
  13. Simmer together for an additional 10 minutes until meatballs are heated through.
  • Author: Sarah DuRoss
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 meatball (85g)
  • Calories: 305
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 17g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg