Golden Nugget Meatballs Recipe

Name: Golden Nugget Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lb. ground beef; 1 1/2 c. soft bread crumbs; 1/3 c. chopped green pepper; 1/4 tsp. dry mustard; 1/2 tsp. garlic salt; 1 tsp. salt; 1/8 tsp. pepper; 1 egg, beaten; 1/3 c. catsup; 16 3/4-inch cubes sharp Cheddar cheese; 3 Tbsp. lard or drippings; 2 (8 oz.) cans tomato sauce

Servings: persons

1 1/2 lb. ground beef
1 1/2 c. soft bread crumbs
1/3 c. chopped green pepper
1/4 tsp. dry mustard
1/2 tsp. garlic salt
1 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
1 egg, beaten
1/3 c. catsup
16 3/4-inch cubes sharp Cheddar cheese
3 Tbsp. lard or drippings
2 (8 oz.) cans tomato sauce

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Combine ground
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beef,
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bread
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crumbs,
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green pepper, dry mustard, garlic salt, salt, pepper, egg and catsup;
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shape into 16 balls (3 to 4 tablespoons per ball).
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Place a cheese cube in center,
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shaping
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meat
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around.
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Brown in lard;
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pour off drippings.
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Add
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tomato sauce, cover tightly and simmer 20 minutes. Remove
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cover
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and
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continue simmering 5 to 10 minutes or until sauce is slightly thickened.

2168

kcal

Calories

175

Fat

Carbs

138

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 lb. ground beef, 1 1/2 c. soft bread crumbs, 1/3 c. chopped green pepper, 1/4 tsp. dry mustard, and more.

Yes, Golden Nugget Meatballs 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!

Golden Nugget Meatballs

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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