Gourmet Meatballs in a Rich Mushroom Sauce

Ingredients

To create this culinary masterpiece, you’ll need the following ingredients:

For the Meatballs:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1/3 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 egg
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

For the Mushroom Gravy:

• 1 tablespoon butter
• 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons flour
• Salt and pepper to taste

With these ingredients, you’ll create a dish that’s not only rich in flavor but also comforting and satisfying.

Directions

Follow these steps to bring your gourmet meatballs and mushroom sauce to life:

1. Prepare the Meatball Mixture: In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and egg until well combined. This will ensure your meatballs are flavorful and moist.
2. Form the Meatballs: Shape the mixture into meatballs. The size is up to you, but I recommend making them bite-sized for a perfect balance of flavor and texture.
3. Brown the Meatballs: Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and brown them on all sides. Once browned, remove them from the skillet and set aside. This step is crucial for developing a deep flavor.
4. Make the Mushroom Gravy: In the same skillet, melt the butter. Add the sliced mushrooms and diced onion, cooking until softened. Sprinkle flour over the cooked vegetables and stir to combine. Cook for 1-2 minutes before gradually adding the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard. Stir continuously until the sauce thickens.
5. Combine and Simmer: Return the meatballs to the skillet, cover, and simmer on low heat for about 10 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through. This will infuse the meatballs with the rich flavors of the gravy.
6. Season and Serve: Taste the gravy and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Once everything is perfectly seasoned, your gourmet meatballs in a rich mushroom sauce are ready to be served.