Homemade Meatballs

Ingredients:

• 1 pound ground beef (or a mix of beef and pork)
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped parsley
• 1 egg
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp pepper
• 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine the ground meat, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, parsley, egg, garlic, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Mix until just combined.
3. Roll the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through.

Gravy

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. In a skillet, heat the olive oil or butter over medium heat.
2. Whisk in the flour and cook for about 1 minute until golden brown.
3. Gradually whisk in the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce. Cook until the gravy thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Combine

1. Once the meatballs are done baking, add them to the skillet with the gravy.
2. Simmer for a few minutes to let the flavors meld.

Serve

Serve the meatballs and gravy over mashed potatoes, pasta, or rice. Enjoy your homemade dish!