Ingredients You’ll Need
Meatballs
- 500g ground beef (or beef + turkey mix)
- ½ onion, finely grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- ¼ cup milk
- Salt
- Black pepper
- ½ teaspoon nutmeg (optional but traditional)
- 1 teaspoon parsley
Gravy
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt & pepper
Serving
- Mashed potatoes or rice
- Fresh parsley
## Step 1 – Make Super Tender Meatballs
In a bowl combine:
- Beef
- Onion
- Garlic
- Breadcrumbs
- Egg
- Milk
- Seasonings
Mix gently.
Don’t overwork the meat.
Overmixing = tough meatballs.
We want soft and juicy.
Form small balls (golf-ball size).
About 16–20 pieces.
## Step 2 – Brown the Meatballs
Heat oil or butter in skillet.
Add meatballs.
Cook on medium heat.
Turn occasionally.
You want:
Golden brown crust outside
Cooked inside
Don’t crowd pan.
Cook in batches if needed.
This browning step builds HUGE flavor.
Those brown bits = gravy magic later.
Remove and set aside.
## Step 3 – Make the Creamy Gravy
Same pan. Don’t wash it.
All that flavor stays.
Add butter → melt.
Add flour → whisk.
Cook 1–2 minutes until lightly golden.
This removes raw flour taste.
Now slowly add:
Beef broth while whisking.
Then cream.
Sauce thickens beautifully.
Add Worcestershire.
Season to taste.
It becomes:
Smooth
Creamy
Silky
Glossy
Smells incredible.
## Step 4 – Combine Everything
Add meatballs back into gravy.
Spoon sauce over them.
Simmer 8–10 minutes.
They soak up flavor and become super juicy.
Sauce thickens even more.
At this point your kitchen smells like restaurant comfort food heaven.
## Step 5 – Serve Hot
Plate over:
Mashed potatoes
Rice
Egg noodles
Or even bread
Pour LOTS of gravy.
Don’t be shy.
Sprinkle parsley.
Boom.
Perfect cozy dinner.
## Texture & Taste Breakdown
Let’s talk bite:
Meatball → tender & juicy
Outside → lightly crisp
Sauce → creamy & rich
Overall → buttery, savory, comforting
It melts in your mouth.
Like beef + gravy clouds.
Dangerously addictive.
## Flavor Variations You Can Try
Want to switch it up?
Mushroom Gravy
Add sautéed mushrooms
Cheesy
Add parmesan to sauce
Spicy
Add chili flakes or paprika
Chicken Version
Use ground chicken or turkey
Garlic Lover
Double garlic in sauce
Same base recipe. Endless possibilities.
## Pro Tips for Perfect Meatballs
Tip 1
Grate onion (keeps them juicy)
Tip 2
Don’t overmix meat
Tip 3
Brown well before gravy
Tip 4
Simmer gently, not boil
Tip 5
Serve immediately
These tiny tricks make a big difference.
## Storage Tips
Fridge:
3–4 days
Freezer:
2 months
Reheat:
Low heat + splash cream or broth
Actually tastes even better next day.
Meal prep win.
## Final Verdict: Eat or Pass?
Let’s be real.
Golden meatballs + creamy gravy + mashed potatoes?