Description
These Beef Meatballs in Mushroom Gravy are a comforting dish that combines juicy, tender meatballs with a rich, creamy mushroom sauce. The velvety gravy envelops the meatballs, creating a delightful texture that pairs perfectly with fluffy mashed potatoes, making every bite a savory experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Meatballs:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- For the Mushroom Gravy:
- 2 cups sliced mushrooms
- 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp flour
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For the Mashed Potatoes:
- 2 lbs potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup butter
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on a baking sheet.
- Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until browned and cooked through.
- While the meatballs are baking, melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and mushrooms, sautéing until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Sprinkle flour over the mushroom mixture and stir for 1 minute to cook the flour.
- Gradually whisk in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, bringing the mixture to a simmer. Cook for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Stir in heavy cream and season with salt and pepper. Add the baked meatballs to the gravy and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- For the mashed potatoes, boil the cubed potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and return to the pot.
- Add milk and butter to the potatoes, mashing until smooth and creamy. Season with salt to taste.
- Serve the meatballs over the mashed potatoes, drizzled with mushroom gravy.
Notes
- Make-ahead: Meatballs can be prepared and baked a day in advance. Store in the refrigerator and reheat in the gravy before serving.
- Storage: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Substitutions: Use ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option. For a gluten-free version, substitute breadcrumbs with gluten-free breadcrumbs.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking and Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatball with gravy and 1/2 cup mashed potatoes
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 35 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 1 gram
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 4 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 90 milligrams
Keywords: Beef Meatballs, Mushroom Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Comfort Food, American Cuisine, Easy Dinner, Family Meal, Hearty Recipe, Savory Dish, Homemade Meatballs, Creamy Gravy, Ground Beef Recipe, Weeknight Dinner, Classic Recipe