Description
These juicy meatballs are packed with savory flavor and simmered in a rich, creamy mushroom sauce. It’s a hearty, comforting dinner that pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes, pasta, or rice. Easy to prep ahead and freezer-friendly too—perfect for cozy weeknights or special occasions.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend)
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1 large egg
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup onion, grated or finely chopped
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp olive oil or butter (for searing)
2 cups fresh mushrooms, sliced
2 tbsp olive oil or butter (for sautéing)
2 tbsp flour
1 1/2 cups beef broth
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 tsp fresh thyme or parsley, chopped
Instructions
1. In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, Parmesan, garlic, onion, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined and shape into 1.5-inch meatballs.
2. Heat olive oil or butter in a heavy pan over medium heat. Brown the meatballs in batches until all sides are golden. Set aside.
3. In the same pan, add more oil if needed and sauté the sliced mushrooms until browned and moisture evaporates.
4. Sprinkle flour over mushrooms and stir for 1–2 minutes to cook off the raw flavor.
5. Gradually whisk in beef broth. Simmer for 2–3 minutes, then stir in heavy cream, salt, pepper, and thyme. Let the sauce thicken.
6. Return meatballs to the pan. Cover and simmer on low for 10–15 minutes, until fully cooked and sauce is creamy.
7. Sprinkle fresh parsley or thyme before serving. Enjoy with mashed potatoes, noodles, or crusty bread.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a splash of Worcestershire sauce to the meatball mixture.
Use a mix of mushroom types like shiitake and cremini for deeper umami flavor.
Let the sauce rest for 5 minutes before serving to thicken naturally.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: Meatballs, mushroom sauce, comfort food