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Old-Fashioned Porcupine Meatballs Recipe

Old-Fashioned Porcupine Meatballs Recipe
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Indulge in the comforting flavors of our Old-Fashioned Porcupine Meatballs Recipe, a nostalgic dish that brings warmth to your dinner table. These hearty meatballs are packed with ground beef and rice, simmered in a rich tomato sauce that envelops each bite in flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights or when hosting cozy gatherings, this dish is not only quick to prepare but also incredibly satisfying.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1/2 cup long grain rice (uncooked)
  • 1/2 cup diced onion
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp ground pepper
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cups tomato sauce
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 3 tbsp dark brown sugar
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp ground pepper

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, uncooked rice, diced onion, egg, garlic powder, soy sauce, parsley, and ground pepper. Mix well.
  2. Shape the mixture into meatballs about 2 inches in diameter.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and brown the meatballs on all sides for about 8-10 minutes.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the tomato sauce, water, dark brown sugar, garlic powder, kosher salt, and ground pepper.
  5. Pour the sauce over the browned meatballs and simmer covered for 45-50 minutes on low heat until cooked through.
  6. Serve over rice or mashed potatoes.

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