Old-Fashioned Porcupine Meatballs Recipe
Experience the nostalgic comfort of Old-Fashioned Porcupine Meatballs, a dish that beautifully blends tender meatballs with savory tomato sauce. This easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. Made with ground beef, rice, and a medley of spices, these meatballs simmer in a rich sauce that delights the palate. In just one pot, you can create a hearty meal that encourages everyone to gather around the table. Whether served over fluffy rice or creamy mashed potatoes, this dish promises warmth and satisfaction in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One Pot
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1/2 cup long grain rice (uncooked)
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1 large egg
- 2 cups tomato sauce
- 3 tbsp dark brown sugar
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, rice, onion, egg, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, parsley, and pepper. Mix until well incorporated.
- Shape the mixture into meatballs about 2 inches in diameter.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and brown the meatballs on all sides (8-10 minutes). Drain excess fat.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together tomato sauce, water, dark brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the sauce over the browned meatballs in the skillet.
- Cover and simmer on low heat for 45-50 minutes until cooked through.
- Serve warm over rice or mashed potatoes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatball (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg