Gourmet Meatballs with Mushroom Sauce Recipe
Indulge in these delectable gourmet meatballs smothered in a rich mushroom sauce. Perfect for a cozy dinner or a special gathering.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
Ingredients
For the Meatballs:
- 1 lb ground beef or mixed meats
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Mushroom Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
For Garnish:
- Fresh parsley
Instructions
- Prepare the Meatballs: In a bowl, mix ground meat, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic, and Italian seasoning. Season with salt and pepper. Shape into meatballs.
- Brown the Meatballs: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Brown the meatballs on all sides, then remove and set aside.
- Make the Mushroom Sauce: In the same skillet, sauté mushrooms until golden brown. Add beef broth, heavy cream, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir to combine.
- Simmer: Return meatballs to the skillet and simmer for 15-20 minutes until fully cooked.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
