Ingredients and Weight:
- Ground beef: 2 pounds
- Breadcrumbs: 1 cup
- Eggs: 2 large
- Milk: 1/2 cup
- Onion, finely chopped: 1 medium
- Garlic, minced: 2 cloves
- Salt and pepper: to taste
Sauce Ingredients:
- Cream of mushroom soup: 1 can (10.75 ounces)
- Beef broth: 1 cup
- Sour cream: 1/2 cup
- Worcestershire sauce: 1 tablespoon
- Dried thyme: 1 teaspoon
Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cooking Time: 1 hour
Difficulty Level: 2/5 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, milk, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
- Form the meat mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
- Heat a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup, beef broth, sour cream, Worcestershire sauce, and thyme.
- Add the sauce to the skillet with the meatballs and bring to a simmer.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 45-60 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1 meatball and 1/2 cup sauce):
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 15 grams
- Carbohydrates: 20 grams
- Protein: 20 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Tender and flavorful meatballs
- Rich and creamy mushroom sauce
- Comforting and satisfying meal
User Comments:
- "These meatballs were absolutely delicious! The sauce was rich and flavorful, and the meatballs were cooked to perfection."
- "I love how easy this recipe is to make. It's a great weeknight meal that everyone in my family enjoys."
- "The meatballs were a hit at our party. They were so moist and juicy, and the sauce was the perfect complement."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- To ensure the meatballs are cooked through, use an instant-read meat thermometer to check that they have reached an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- If you don't have a skillet or Dutch oven large enough to hold all the meatballs, you can cook them in batches.
- For a thicker sauce, simmer for longer or add a cornstarch slurry (1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water).
