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porcupine meatballs in tomato sauce

(3 ratings)
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Recipe by
Cassie *
@1lovetocook1x
Somewhere, PA

Yum...delicious saucy meatballs...make sure you have a nice crusty loaf of bread to sop up those juices... I usually double the sauce, as its so good!!! My photos

(3 ratings)
yield 6 serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
cook time 1 Hr
method Stove Top

Ingredients For porcupine meatballs in tomato sauce

  • 1/2 c
    long grain rice, uncooked
  • 1/2 c
    water
  • 1/3 c
    onion, chopped
  • 1 clove
    garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp
    salt
  • 1/2 tsp
    celery salt
  • 1/2 tsp
    pepper
  • 1/2 tsp
    garlic powder
  • 1 lb
    ground beef
  • 2 Tbsp
    oil
  • 1 lg
    can tomato sauce ( 15 - 20 ounces )
  • 1 c
    water
  • 2 - 2 1/2 Tbsp
    brown sugar
  • 2 Tbsp
    worcestershire sauce

How To Make porcupine meatballs in tomato sauce

  • 1
    In a bowl, combine the rice, water, onion, garlic, seasonings and ground beef. Shape into 1-inch balls.
  • 2
    In a large skillet, brown meatballs in oil; Drain.
  • 3
    Combine last four ingredients and pour over meatballs.
  • 4
    Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 45-60 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • 5
    Serve over rice, noodles, or with a side salad. I have used these to make toasted hoagies also...so yummy!............Enjoy!!!
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