Smothered Meatballs
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these hearty Smothered Meatballs—juicy baked meatballs made from a savory blend of ground beef and pork, perfectly seasoned with garlic and onion powders. These tender morsels are bathed in a luscious, creamy gravy made with beef broth, heavy cream, and a touch of Worcestershire sauce for a rich depth of flavor. Ready in just 50 minutes, this recipe is a dinner table winner! Serve these flavorful meatballs over fluffy mashed potatoes, tender egg noodles, or buttery rice for a soul-warming meal that’s sure to impress. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color, and let the cozy flavors shine. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this dish is as versatile as it is irresistible.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 0.5 lb ground pork
- 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups beef broth
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until just combined—avoid overmixing.
Using your hands or a small cookie scoop, form the mixture into 1 1/2-inch meatballs, placing them on the prepared baking sheet. You should have about 16-18 meatballs.
Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until they are cooked through and no longer pink in the center.
While the meatballs are baking, prepare the gravy. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the mixture is golden and slightly bubbly.
Gradually pour in the beef broth, whisking to prevent lumps. Cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the sauce begins to thicken.
Stir in the heavy cream and Worcestershire sauce, and simmer for 2-3 minutes until the gravy is creamy and smooth. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
Once the meatballs are done baking, transfer them to the skillet with the gravy. Gently spoon the gravy over the meatballs to coat them.
Simmer the meatballs in the gravy for 5 minutes over low heat to let the flavors meld together.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired, and serve hot over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2725 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 202.8 g | 260% | |
| Saturated Fat | 90.1 g | 450% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 912 mg | 304% | |
| Sodium | 5815 mg | 253% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.3 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.6 g | ||
| Protein | 158.2 g | 316% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 291 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 14.8 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 1634 mg | 35% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
