Have you ever stumbled across a classic recipe and thought, “How have I never heard of this before?!” That was exactly my reaction when I first discovered Porcupine Balls. Intrigued by the fun name and retro charm, I decided to whip up my own small-batch version right in my kitchen—and let me tell you, they did not disappoint! These tender beef and rice meatballs simmered in a rich tomato sauce are the ultimate cozy comfort food, perfectly portioned for two.
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Here is the recipe!
Porcupine Balls for Two
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground Beef
- 1 Egg
- 1 c Minute Rice if you are using regular rice parboil your rice for 10 minutes
- 1 t Worcestershire Sauce
- ½ t Black Pepper
- 1 Bay Leaf
- Minced Garlic Clove
- ¾ c Beef Broth
- 15 oz can Tomato Sauce
- 3 T Grated Onion
Instructions
- In a bowl combine the onion, ground beef, garlic and black pepper and slightly mix this together
- Add the egg and rice and mix well
- Divide the mixture into 12 equal portions and roll each into a ball
- Brown the meatballs in a pan and set to the side in a 9×9 or 9 x 13 pan
- Once all of the meatballs are browned drain any excess oil
- Deglaze the plan with the beef broth
- Add the tomato sauce and bay leaf and stir to combine
- Pour over the top of the meatballs
- Cover the pan with foil and bake at 350 degrees for 40 minutes
- Serve and Enjoy!
Notes
Whether you’re looking for a nostalgic comfort food recipe or trying them for the first time like me, this quick and easy dinner for two is guaranteed to become a new favorite. Let me know if you make this friend, I think you’ll love it.
Have a wonderful week!
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