Italian Meatballs With Herb Sauce Recipe

Name: Italian Meatballs With Herb Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb. lean ground beef; 1/2 c. finely chopped onions; 1/2 c. soft bread crumbs; 1 egg; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/2 tsp. pepper; 1 Tbsp. oil; 1 (3 oz.) pkg. cream cheese, softened; 1/3 c. grated Parmesan cheese; 1 tsp. basil; 1/2 tsp. garlic powder; 1 c. hot beef broth (bouillon); 1 tsp. cornstarch; 3 c. hot cooked rice

Servings: persons

1 lb. lean ground beef
1/2 c. finely chopped onions
1/2 c. soft bread crumbs
1 egg
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
1 Tbsp. oil
1 (3 oz.) pkg. cream cheese, softened
1/3 c. grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp. basil
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1 c. hot beef broth (bouillon)
1 tsp. cornstarch
3 c. hot cooked rice

1
Combine meat, onions, bread crumbs, salt, pepper and egg; mix thoroughly.
2
Form into 12 (1 1/2-inch) balls.
3
Brown on all sides in oil.
4
Drain off fat.
5
Combine remaining ingredients except cornstarch and rice; blend until smooth over low heat in a small saucepan.
6
Pour over meatballs; cover and simmer 15 minutes.
7
Stir 2 tablespoons water with cornstarch.
8
Pour into sauce; cook about 1 minute or until thickened, stirring constantly.
9
Serve over beds of fluffy rice.

1198

kcal

Calories

Fat

149

Carbs

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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb. lean ground beef, 1/2 c. finely chopped onions, 1/2 c. soft bread crumbs, 1 egg, and more.

Yes, Italian Meatballs With Herb Sauce 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!

Italian Meatballs With Herb Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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