Meatballs and Gravy
Meatballs and gravy are the ultimate comfort food, evoking nostalgia with every bite. Imagine tender, juicy meatballs simmered in a rich, velvety gravy that envelops your senses and warms your heart. This simple yet flavorful dish is perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners. With easy-to-follow instructions, you can create a meal that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing and simmering
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup beef broth (low-sodium)
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup sour cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil for searing
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, egg, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until blended.
- Shape into golf ball-sized meatballs and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear meatballs until golden brown (5-7 minutes per side). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, whisk flour into drippings until smooth. Gradually add beef broth while stirring continuously.
- Return meatballs to skillet and simmer in gravy for about 15 minutes.
- Stir in sour cream until fully combined. Adjust seasoning if needed before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs with gravy (approximately 220g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 95mg