Lemon-Dill Meatballs In A Tomato-Cream Sauce

Name: Lemon-Dill Meatballs In A Tomato-Cream Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Sauce; 3/4 cup chopped onion; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 Tbls butter; 2 cans Italian-style stewed tomatoes (14 1/2 oz each); 1 Tbls fresh dill; 1/2 tsp sugar; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/8 tsp pepper; 1/2 cup heavy cream; Meatballs; 1 beaten egg; 1/2 cup soft bread crumbs; 2 Tbls finely chopped onion; 1 1/2 tsp finely shredded lemon peel; 12 oz meatloaf/meatball mix (mix of beef, pork & veal); 2 Tbls cooking oil

Servings: persons

Sauce
3/4 cup chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 Tbls butter
2 cans Italian-style stewed tomatoes (14 1/2 oz each)
1 Tbls fresh dill
1/2 tsp sugar
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp pepper
1/2 cup heavy cream
Meatballs
1 beaten egg
1/2 cup soft bread crumbs
2 Tbls finely chopped onion
1 1/2 tsp finely shredded lemon peel
12 oz meatloaf/meatball mix (mix of beef, pork & veal)
2 Tbls cooking oil

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Sauce
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1) In a medium saucepan cook the onion and garlic in hot butter until onion is tender but not brown.
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2) Stir in undrained tomatoes, dill, sugar, salt & pepper.
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3) Bring to boiling and reduce heat.
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4) Simmer, uncovered for 30-35 minutes or to desired consistency, stirring occasionally.
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Meatballs
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1) Combine egg, breadcrumbs, onion and lemon peel.
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2) Add meat and mix well.
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Shape meat mixture into equal sized meatballs.
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3) In a large skillet, cook meatballs in hot oil for 8-10 minutes or till no pink remains.
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4) Drain well.
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Complete Meal
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1) Stir meatballs into sauce.
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2) Slowly add heavy cream to the sauce-meatball mixture, stirring constantly.
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3) Cook and stir for about 2 minutes or until heated through.
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4) Serve over hot cooked pasta.

1018

kcal

Calories

104

Fat

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Sauce, 3/4 cup chopped onion, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 2 Tbls butter, and more.

Yes, Lemon-Dill Meatballs In A Tomato-Cream 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.

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Lemon-Dill Meatballs In A Tomato-Cream Sauce

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