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Juicy Beef Meatballs in Stout Gravy

A delightful dish featuring tender meatballs filled with gooey mozzarella cheese, enveloped in a rich stout gravy.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 meatballs
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

Meatball Mixture
  • 1 pound ground beef The star of the dish.
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs Helps bind the meatballs.
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Adds savory flavor.
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley Brings freshness.
  • 1 large egg Acts as a binder.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Adds aroma and flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Enhances flavors.
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper Adds a subtle kick.
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder Contributes mild onion flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning Herb blend that complements beef.
  • 4 ounces mozzarella cheese, cut into small cubes Gooey center of the meatballs.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For browning the meatballs.
  • 1 cup beef broth Base of the gravy.
  • 1 cup stout beer Adds rich flavor to the gravy.
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce Enhances umami flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water Used for thickening the gravy.

Equipment

  • oven-safe skillet

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, garlic, salt, black pepper, onion powder, and Italian seasoning. Mix until well combined.
  2. Shape the mixture into meatballs, placing a cube of mozzarella cheese in the center of each.
  3. Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Brown the meatballs on all sides for 5-7 minutes.
  4. In the same skillet, add beef broth, stout beer, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir and bring to a simmer.
  5. Return the browned meatballs to the skillet, cover, and bake in the oven for 20 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalProtein: 30gSodium: 800mg

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