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Porcupine Meatballs with Gravy Recipe

Porcupine Meatballs with Gravy Recipe
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These porcupine meatballs are a delightful twist on the classic dish, with rice mixed right into the meatball mixture. Simmered in a brown gravy, this stove-top skillet recipe is a comforting meal perfect for any night of the week.

Ingredients

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For the Meatballs:

  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice, uncooked
  • 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

For the Gravy:

  • 28 ounces diced tomatoes, undrained (2 14-ounce cans)
  • 2 packages brown gravy mix
  • 1.5 cups water
  • 4 tablespoons vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, uncooked rice, chopped onion, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined. Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter, and set aside.
  2. In a skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. In batches, brown the meatballs on all sides, ensuring a nice golden crust forms. This should take about 5 minutes per batch.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix the brown gravy mix with 1 1/2 cups of water until smooth and well combined.
  4. Pour the diced tomatoes (with their juice) into the skillet with the meatballs. Then, pour the prepared brown gravy over the meatballs and tomatoes.
  5. Bring the mixture to a simmer, cover the skillet, and let it cook for an additional 20 minutes, or until the rice inside the meatballs is fully cooked.
  6. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
  7. Once the meatballs are cooked through and the rice is tender, the dish is ready to be served.
  8. Serve the porcupine meatballs over cooked rice or mashed potatoes, spooning the flavorful brown gravy over the top.

Notes

  • Store any leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
  • Please note that the nutritional content of this recipe will vary based on the specific ingredients used. For a detailed breakdown of the nutritional values, consider using a recipe nutrition calculator with the exact brands and measurements you’ve used.

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