Meatballs with Buttermilk Gravy Recipe

Name: Meatballs with Buttermilk Gravy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 each eggs beaten; 1/4 cup milk; 1/4 cup bread crumbs fine, dry; 3/4 cup onions finely chopped; 1 1/2 Teaspoons prepared mustard; 1 1/2 Pounds ground beef; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 medium onions sliced; 1/4 cup flour, all-purpose; 2 cups buttermilk; 1 x noodles hot, cooked

Servings: persons

1
Combine egg and milk; stir in crumbs, chopped onion, mustard, 1 teaspoon salt, and dash pepper.
2
Add meat; mix well.
3
Shape into 30 1 1/2 inch meatballs.
4
In large skillet cook meatballs in hot oil, turning often, 25 minutes or until done.
5
Remove meatballs, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings.
6
Add sliced onion; cook until tender.
7
Stir together flour, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and buttermilk; add to skillet.
8
Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly.
9
Reduce heat.
10
Return meatballs to skillet.
11
Cook 2 minutes.
12
Serve with hot cooked noodles or spaetzle.
13
Spaetzle: 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 Teaspoon salt 2 eggs 3/4 cup milk In a mixing bowl combine flour and salt.
14
Mix eggs and milk; stir into flour mixture.
15
Place batter in coarse-sieved deep-fat frying basket or colander with 1/4 inch holes.
16
Hold over kettle of boiling salted water.
17
Press the batter through the deep-fat frying basket or colander with the back of a wooden spoon or rubber spatula.
18
If the dough is too thick to push through, thin it with a little milk.
19
Cook and stir for 5 minutes; drain.
20
Keep warm.

1471

kcal

Calories

133

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.
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 each eggs beaten, 1/4 cup milk, 1/4 cup bread crumbs fine, dry, 3/4 cup onions finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Meatballs with Buttermilk 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.

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Meatballs with Buttermilk Gravy

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Variations & substitutions

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