Casseroled Meatballs

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2
Delicious Casseroled Meatballs for a hearty dinner
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

1 hour

Ready In

1 hour 15 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb minced beef or 1 lb ground lamb
2 slices brown bread , crumbed
1 onion , chopped
1 garlic clove , chopped
2 teaspoons French mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon chili sauce ( tabasco )
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 sticks celery , diced
2 carrots , diced
4 ounces button mushrooms
14 ounces tomatoes , chopped
1/2 pint stock
1 tablespoon tomato puree
salt and pepper , for seasoning

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
578
Sugar
8g
Fat
38g
Casseroled Meatballs is a classic comfort food that has been enjoyed for generations. This meatball dish combines juicy minced beef or lamb with a flavorful tomato sauce that is cooked slowly in the oven. The combination of flavors and textures makes this dish a family favorite, especially during the colder months. The addition of vegetables like carrots, mushrooms, and celery adds more depth to the dish and makes it more nutritious. This recipe is perfect for anyone looking for a hearty, nutritious, and easy-to-make dish.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2.In a large bowl, combine the minced beef (or ground lamb), breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, French mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco sauce and salt and pepper. Mix well.
3.Divide the mixture into 12 and roll each section into a ball.
4.Heat olive oil in a large casserole dish over medium heat. Once hot, add the minced balls and fry until browned all over.
5.Remove the meatballs from the dish with a slotted spoon and set aside. Add the celery, carrots, mushrooms, chopped tomatoes, stock and tomato puree to the same dish. Bring to the boil, then stir in the meatballs.
6.Cover with a tight-fitting lid and bake in the oven for 45 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through.

PROS

This Casseroled Meatballs recipe is a classic comfort food and the perfect hearty dinner.

It is easy to make and a great way to use up leftover mince.

The dish can be made in advance and reheated for a quick and satisfying meal.

It is also a great recipe for feeding a crowd or making for family dinners.

CONS

This dish can be high in calories and fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Be mindful of the salt content as the recipe already calls for Worcestershire sauce and Tabasco sauce.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This Casseroled Meatballs recipe contains a good amount of protein from the minced meat.
Overall, this dish is also high in vegetables like celery, carrots, and mushrooms, providing vitamins and minerals.
The tomato puree and chopped tomatoes also offer a healthy dose of lycopene, which has been linked to reducing the risk of heart disease and some cancers.

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