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Meatballs and Gravy

Meatballs and Gravy
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Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this delicious Meatballs and Gravy recipe. Perfectly seasoned beef meatballs are tender and juicy, smothered in a rich, savory gravy infused with sweet onions and aromatic spices. This dish is not only comforting but also incredibly versatile—serve it over creamy mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta for a satisfying meal any day of the week. Ideal for family dinners or special occasions, it’s make-ahead friendly and freezer-safe, ensuring you always have a cozy meal ready to go. Dive into this hearty recipe that promises to delight your taste buds and warm your heart.

Ingredients

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  • 3 Tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 ½ lbs. Ground Beef
  • ½ Yellow Onion (finely diced)
  • ¼ cup Breadcrumbs
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 1 large Egg
  • 1 Tablespoon Ketchup
  • 1 teaspoon Yellow Mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce
  • 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
  • 1 ½ teaspoons Worcestershire Sauce
  • 2–3 drops Kitchen Bouquet browning and seasoning sauce (optional)
  • ¼ cup cold water + 3 tablespoons Corn Starch

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, finely diced onion, breadcrumbs, minced garlic, egg, ketchup, yellow mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and fresh parsley. Mix gently until combined.
  2. Shape the mixture into meatballs using about two tablespoons of mixture per ball.
  3. Heat olive oil in a heavy skillet over medium heat; brown meatballs on all sides and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, sauté sliced onions in butter until translucent. Add chicken broth, beef broth, bouillon cube, onion powder, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, and bring to simmer.
  5. Mix cold water with corn starch to create a slurry; stir into gravy until thickened.
  6. Return meatballs to the skillet; simmer for 10 minutes before serving over potatoes or rice.

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