southwest meatball supper

How To Make southwest meatball supper

• 1

  In 10\" skillet, over medium high heat, heat 1 tablespoon oil.
• 2

  Add onion and chili powder and cook about 5 minutes, stirring frequently until onion is tender and well coated with chili powder.
• 3

  Remove from heat; let cool slightly.
• 4

  Spoon onion into large bowl; wipe out skillet.
• 5

  Add ground beef, bread crumbs, egg and salt to onion in bowl.
• 6

  Using hands or wooden spoon, blend well.
• 7

  Shape mixture into 1\" balls.
• 8

  To skillet, add remaining 2 tablespoons of oil and heat over medium high heat.
• 9

  Add meatballs; cook about 12 minutes until well browned on all sides and cooked through.
• 10

  Stir in taco sauce and tomato; bring to boil.
• 11

  Reduce heat to low; simmer 5 minutes to blend flavors.
• 12

  To serve: Arrange bed of shredded lettuce over platter.
• 13

  Spoon meatball mixture over lettuce; sprinkle with cheese,if desired.
• 14

  Garnish with avocado slices and basil spring, if desired; serve with taco chips.
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