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Savory Salisbury Steak Meatballs Recipe with Creamy Mushroom Gravy

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Tender, juicy Salisbury steak meatballs served in a rich, creamy mushroom gravy. This comforting and easy recipe is perfect for cozy dinners and ready in under 45 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend)
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (60g)
  • 1/4 cup milk (60ml)
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 tablespoons butter (30g)
  • 8 ounces mushrooms (225g), sliced (cremini or white button)
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (16g)
  • 2 cups beef broth (480ml), low-sodium recommended
  • 1/4 cup sour cream (60g)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined, about 3 minutes.
  2. Shape the mixture into 12 even meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter. Wet hands slightly to prevent sticking. Place meatballs on a plate or tray.
  3. Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs without crowding and brown on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove meatballs and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add sliced mushrooms and cook until softened and golden, about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Sprinkle flour over the mushrooms and stir well to coat. Cook for 1-2 minutes to remove raw flour taste.
  6. Gradually whisk in beef broth, scraping up browned bits from the pan. Bring to a simmer and cook until thickened, about 3-5 minutes.
  7. Remove skillet from heat and stir in sour cream until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Return meatballs to the skillet, nestling them in the mushroom gravy. Cover and simmer gently for 10 minutes or until meatballs are cooked through (internal temperature 160°F).
  9. Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the top and serve warm.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan when browning meatballs to ensure proper searing. Whisk broth slowly into flour to avoid lumps. Remove pan from heat before adding sour cream to prevent curdling. If gravy thickens too much, add a splash of broth or water to loosen. For gluten-free, substitute breadcrumbs and flour with gluten-free alternatives. For dairy-free, replace sour cream with coconut milk or cashew cream.

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