Meatballs in White Sauce

Indulge in pure comfort with these tender, flavorful meatballs in a rich and creamy white sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. This recipe combines a savory blend of ground beef and pork, enhanced by Parmesan cheese and aromatic garlic, to create juicy, perfectly seasoned meatballs. The golden-brown meatballs are simmered in a velvety sauce made from butter, flour, chicken broth, and heavy cream, accented with a hint of nutmeg for warmth and depth. Garnished with fresh parsley, this versatile dish pairs beautifully with pasta, rice, or crusty bread for a satisfying meal. Easy to prepare in under an hour and featuring simple yet indulgent ingredients, "Meatballs in White Sauce" is bound to become a family favorite. Keywords: creamy meatballs, white sauce recipe, comfort food, easy dinner ideas, homemade meatballs.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g Ground beef
• 250 g Ground pork
• 100 g Breadcrumbs
• 50 g Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 Egg
• 1.5 tsp Salt
• 1 tsp Black pepper
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 3 tbsp Butter
• 3 tbsp All-purpose flour
• 500 ml Chicken or vegetable broth
• 200 ml Heavy cream
• 0.25 tsp Nutmeg, ground
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, egg, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.

Step 2

Using your hands, form the mixture into small meatballs about the size of a golf ball. Set them aside on a plate.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches and cook until browned on all sides, about 4-5 minutes. Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set them aside on a clean plate.

Step 4

In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to form a roux.

Step 5

Slowly pour in the chicken or vegetable broth while whisking to avoid lumps. Continue to whisk until the sauce thickens slightly, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream and ground nutmeg. Simmer for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Gently add the browned meatballs back into the skillet, ensuring they are coated in the sauce. Cover and let the meatballs simmer in the sauce for 10-12 minutes, or until fully cooked through.

Step 8

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.

Step 9

Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot over your choice of pasta, rice, or alongside crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1775.2 grams (1775.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3894

Total Fat 298.60g	383%
Saturated Fat 131.50g	658%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.50g
Cholesterol 1124mg	375%
Sodium 8692mg	378%
Total Carbohydrate 102.80g	37%
Dietary Fiber 5.30g	19%
Total Sugars 8.90g
Protein 195.30g	391%

Vitamin D 55IU	274%
Calcium 807mg	62%
Iron 18mg	102%
Potassium 1501mg	32%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 69.3%

Protein: 20.1%

Carbs: 10.6%