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Juicy Salisbury Steak Meatballs with Mushroom Gravy

A comforting classic featuring juicy meatballs topped with rich mushroom gravy, perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or special family gathering.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

For the meatballs
  • 1 pound ground beef (or a mix of beef and pork for extra juiciness) Use ground beef or a mix for extra juiciness.
  • 1/2 cup bread crumbs
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • to taste Salt and pepper
For the mushroom gravy
  • 2 cups sliced mushrooms
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, mix the ground beef, bread crumbs, chopped onion, egg, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and season with salt and pepper. Use your hands to combine everything.
  3. Shape the mixture into generous meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter.
Cooking
  1. Place the meatballs on a baking sheet and pop them in the oven. Bake for about 20 minutes until they are beautifully browned and cooked through.
  2. While the meatballs bake, prepare the mushroom gravy. In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté the finely chopped onion until they turn translucent.
  3. Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook until they are soft.
  4. Sprinkle the flour over the mushrooms, stirring well to combine. Gradually pour in the beef broth while stirring constantly.
  5. Season the gravy with salt and pepper to taste. Allow it to simmer until thickened, about 5-7 minutes.
  6. Once the meatballs are done, gently place them into the skillet with the gravy, allowing them to soak up that rich flavor for a minute or two.
  7. Serve these delightful Salisbury steak meatballs over mashed potatoes or rice.

Notes

Experiment with spices like paprika or Italian seasoning for added flavor. Leftover gravy is great over scrambled eggs for breakfast, and meatballs can be frozen for up to a month.