Meatballs With Sauce

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Servings: 8 Difficulty: Advanced
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Juicy cheese-stuffed meatballs simmered in a rich, spicy tomato gravy
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Meatballs With Sauce

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 8 Calories: 512.5

Description

These Southern-style meatballs are a comforting twist on a classic, featuring a savory blend of ground beef, pork, and sirloin. The secret lies in the center: a cube of sharp Cheddar cheese that melts into a gooey, flavorful core. The meat mixture is seasoned with onion, garlic, and a kick of cayenne pepper, then rolled in flour for a perfect sear. Simmered in a homemade tomato sauce thickened with a roux and finished with white wine, these meatballs offer a hearty, satisfying meal. They are excellent served over spaghetti, rice, or with crusty bread to soak up the rich, spicy gravy. Ideal for family dinners or potlucks.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Grind the sirloin steak and mix it thoroughly with the 2 pounds of ground meat.
  2. Chop the Cheddar cheese into 1/4-inch cubes and set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the ground meat mixture, onion powder, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and beaten eggs.
  4. Mix until just combined, then roll the mixture into 2-1/2 inch balls.
  5. Using a spoon handle, make a small hole in the center of each meatball, insert a cube of cheese, and carefully pinch the meat closed to seal.
  6. Roll the stuffed meatballs lightly in flour.
  7. Heat cooking oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat and brown the meatballs on all sides. Remove and set aside.
  8. In the same pot, melt 2 teaspoons of flour with a little more oil to create a roux.
  9. Add finely chopped onions and green peppers to the roux and saut&# 195;© until softened.
  10. Stir in the tomato sauce and one cup of water, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
  11. Return the meatballs to the pot and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook for 10 minutes.
  12. Uncover and continue simmering until the gravy thickens to your desired consistency.
  13. Stir in the white wine and let simmer for another 2-3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 512.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 28.4g44%
Saturated Fat 12.6g63%
Cholesterol 186.5mg63%
Sodium 844.4mg36%
Total Carbohydrate 15.1g6%
Dietary Fiber 1.7g7%
Sugars 5.3g
Protein 46.4g93%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Serve hot over spaghetti or rice with a side salad.

Ensure the meat mixture is cold when stuffing to help the cheese stay contained during cooking.

If the gravy becomes too thick, add a splash of water or broth to reach your desired consistency.

Keywords: beef, cayenne, cheddar, cheese, comfort food, dinner, eggs, flour, garlic, gravy, ground meat, meatballs, onion, simmer, sirloin, southern, spicy, stuffed, tomato sauce, wine
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