Gourmet Meatballs Mushroom Sauce (Print Version)
Juicy meatballs and creamy mushrooms deliver rich, comforting flavor with every bite.
# Ingredients:
→ For the Meatballs
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1 pound ground beef or mixed meats
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1/2 cup dried breadcrumbs
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1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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1 large egg
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2 cloves garlic, finely minced
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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Salt, to taste
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ For the Sauce
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
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1 cup beef broth
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1 cup heavy cream
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
→ For Finishing
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Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
# Steps:
01 -
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, and Italian seasoning. Season with salt and pepper, then mix until just incorporated.
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Form the mixture into evenly sized meatballs, approximately 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter, and set aside.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches and brown on all sides, about 6-8 minutes. Remove browned meatballs and transfer to a plate.
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In the same skillet, add the sliced mushrooms and cook over medium heat until they release their moisture and turn golden, about 5 minutes.
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Pour in beef broth, heavy cream, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle simmer.
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Return the meatballs to the skillet. Cover and simmer over low heat for 15–20 minutes, or until meatballs are fully cooked and the sauce is slightly thickened.
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Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the meatballs before serving.
# Notes:
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For best results, do not overmix the meatball mixture to retain a tender texture. If the sauce thickens excessively during simmering, add a splash of beef broth to reach desired consistency.