Here’s a classic comfort-food recipe for Meatballs with Gravy—juicy meatballs in a rich, savory sauce.
Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
For the meatballs:
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (or mix of beef & pork)
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
For the gravy:
- 2 tbsp butter or oil
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Make the meatballs:
- In a bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, onion, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Form into 1–2 inch meatballs.
- Cook the meatballs:
- Heat a skillet with a little oil over medium heat.
- Brown the meatballs on all sides (they don’t need to be fully cooked). Remove and set aside.
- Make the gravy:
- In the same skillet, melt butter.
- Stir in flour and cook 1–2 minutes to make a roux.
- Gradually whisk in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce.
- Simmer until thickened (3–5 minutes). Season with salt and pepper.
- Combine:
- Return meatballs to the gravy and simmer 10–15 minutes until meatballs are cooked through.
- Serve:
- Serve hot over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles.
Tips & Variations
- Add mushrooms or onions to the gravy for extra flavor.
- For a richer gravy, stir in a splash of cream at the end.
- You can also bake the meatballs first at 375°F (190°C) for 15–20 minutes, then add to the gravy.
✅ Tip: Browning the meatballs first adds depth to both their flavor and the gravy.
If you want, I can provide a slow cooker version that lets the meatballs simmer in gravy all day for extra tenderness.
