45 mintime
Mediumdifficulty
4Servings
—Rating
Classic Porcupine Meatballs
Traditional dish · American
Tender meatballs made with rice that 'pops' as it cooks, creating a unique texture. Simmered in a savory tomato sauce, these are a comforting classic.
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Ingredients
- Ground beef1 lb
- Uncooked white rice1/2 cup
- Onion, finely chopped1/4 cup
- Egg1
- Milk1/4 cup
- Salt1 tsp
- Black pepper1/2 tsp
- Canned crushed tomatoes28 oz
- Beef broth1 cup
- Worcestershire sauce1 tbsp
- Garlic powder1 tsp
Steps
- 1
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, uncooked rice, chopped onion, egg, milk, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
- 2
Form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
- 3
In a large pot or Dutch oven, combine crushed tomatoes, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic powder. Bring to a simmer.
- 4
Carefully add the meatballs to the simmering sauce. Cover and cook for 30-35 minutes, or until meatballs are cooked through and rice is tender.
- 5
Serve hot, spooning sauce over the meatballs.
