German Meatballs With Cream Dill Gravy Recipe

Name: German Meatballs With Cream Dill Gravy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground round; 1 cup soft breadcrumbs (2 slices); 1/3 cup water; 1/4 cup minced green onion; 1 egg; 2 teaspoons salt, divided; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine; 3 tablespoons flour; 2 cups milk; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill or 2 teaspoons dill weed

Servings: persons

1
Combine beef, breadcrumbs, water, onions, egg, 1 1/2 teaspoon of the salt, and pepper in a large bowl; mix lightly.
2
Shape into 24 meatballs. Place on a jelly-roll pan. Bake in a hot oven (400u00b0) for 15 minutes, or until browned.
3
Meanwhile, heat butter in a medium-size saucepan. Add flour; cook until bubbly.
4
Remove from heat; gradually stir in milk until smooth.
5
Return to heat; cook until thickened, stirring constantly.
6
Stir in dill and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt.
7
Spoon over meatballs.
8
Serve with hot buttered noodles, if you wish.

348

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 lbs ground round, 1 cup soft breadcrumbs (2 slices), 1/3 cup water, 1/4 cup minced green onion, and more.

Yes, German Meatballs With Cream Dill Gravy falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

German Meatballs With Cream Dill Gravy

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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