Ultimate Homemade Meatballs and Gravy Recipe for Comfort Food

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Servings

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Meatballs

check 1.5 lbs ground beef (80/20) add check 0.5 cup breadcrumbs add check 0.25 cup milk add check 0.25 cup grated onion add check 2 cloves garlic, minced add check 1 large egg add check 1 tsp salt add check 0.5 tsp black pepper add check 0.5 tsp paprika add check 0.5 tsp dried parsley add

Gravy

check 2 tbsp butter add check 2 tbsp all-purpose flour add check 2.5 cups beef broth add check 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce add check 0.5 tsp onion powder add check 0.5 tsp garlic powder add check Salt and pepper to taste add

hardware Essential Tools

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Large mixing bowl, skillet, whisk, measuring cups and spoons

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Meatball Preparation

1

Combine all meatball ingredients in a bowl and mix gently.

2

Roll into 1.5-inch meatballs.

Gravy Preparation

3

Melt butter in skillet, whisk in flour, cook for 2 minutes.

4

Slowly add beef broth while whisking.

5

Add Worcestershire sauce and seasonings, simmer until thickened.

Cooking

6

Brown meatballs in skillet.

7

Add meatballs to gravy, cover and simmer for 25 minutes.

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Try These Variations

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Italian Meatballs

Use Italian seasoning and marinara sauce.

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Swedish Meatballs

Add nutmeg and allspice, use beef and pork.

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Spicy Meatballs

Add red pepper flakes.

Chef's Pro Tips

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Don’t overmix the meatball mixture.

2

Use a meat thermometer to ensure doneness.

3

Adjust gravy consistency with broth.

Storage Guide

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Refrigerate leftovers for up to 4 days. Freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently.

Avoid These Mistakes

✕ Overmixing meatballs leads to toughness.

✕ Using too lean ground beef results in dryness.

✕ Burning the roux makes gravy bitter.

nutrition Nutrition Facts

Per serving: 1.5 meatballs with 1/2 cup gravy

450 kcal Calories

30g Protein

25g Fat

20g Carbohydrates

Nutritional information is an estimate and may vary based on specific ingredients and portion sizes.

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Enjoy this classic comfort food that’s perfect for any occasion. With its rich flavors and tender textures, it’s sure to be a family favorite.

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#comfort food #family dinner #meal prep #ground beef recipes #gravy recipes