Description
These juicy meatballs are simmered in a golden, savory onion gravy that’s perfect over mashed potatoes, noodles, or rice. A comforting dinner recipe with simple ingredients and incredible flavor that brings everyone to the table.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1 large egg
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons parsley, chopped (fresh or dried)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup milk
2 large yellow onions, sliced
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups beef broth
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, chopped onion, garlic, parsley, milk, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined and shape into meatballs.
2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear the meatballs in batches until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, melt butter and add sliced onions. Cook until caramelized, about 10–12 minutes. Stir in flour and cook for 1–2 minutes.
4. Gradually whisk in beef broth while stirring constantly. Add Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Simmer until thickened.
5. Return meatballs to the skillet. Cover and simmer for 10–15 minutes until fully cooked and flavors meld.
6. Serve hot over mashed potatoes, noodles, or rice. Enjoy with a sprinkle of fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
For extra richness, you can stir in a splash of heavy cream at the end of the gravy cooking step.
Make sure to caramelize the onions fully—they give the gravy its depth and sweetness.
If freezing, separate into portions with extra gravy for easy reheating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 660mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Meatballs, Onion Gravy, Easy Dinner