Porcupine Meatballs
A comforting and nostalgic dish, Porcupine Meatballs are packed with flavor from ground beef, rice, and a savory tomato sauce, making them perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
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- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup onion, chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (optional)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Combine the ground beef, cooked rice, chopped onion, garlic powder, salt, pepper, breadcrumbs, and Italian seasoning (if using) in a large bowl.
- Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated and form golf ball-sized meatballs.
- Arrange the meatballs on a baking sheet, giving them space for even cooking.
- Add the tomato sauce generously over the meatballs.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until cooked through.
- Serve hot, enjoying with pasta or rice.
Notes
For added flavor, top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese before serving. These meatballs are great for freezing and reheating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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