Chile Meatballs Recipe
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Category: Lunch/Snacks
Description: Delight in the robust flavors of these Chile Meatballs, perfect for sharing and sure to impress at any gathering.
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | Lean ground beef |
| 2 | Herb seasoned stuffing mix |
| 2 | Eggs |
| 1 | Garlic (minced) |
| 1/4 cup | Evaporated milk |
| 1/2 tsp | Salt |
| 2 tbsp | Butter |
| 1/4 cup | Onion (chopped) |
| 1/2 cup | Flour |
| 2 | Tomatoes (crushed) |
| 1 cup | Hot water |
| 2 | Green chilies (chopped) |
| 1 | Garlic (minced) |
| 1/2 tsp | Salt |
Nutritional Information (per meatball)
| Calories | Fat Content | Saturated Fat | Cholesterol | Sodium | Carbohydrates | Fiber | Sugar | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 34.3 | 2g | 1g | 15.4mg | 113.5mg | 1.1g | 0.2g | 0.4g | 2.9g |
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking.
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Prepare the Meatballs: In a large mixing bowl, combine the lean ground beef, herb seasoned stuffing mix, eggs, minced garlic, evaporated milk, and salt. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated. Form the mixture into small meatballs, roughly the size of a golf ball.
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Bake the Meatballs: Arrange the meatballs on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, or until they are browned and cooked through. Once baked, remove them from the oven and keep warm.
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Make the Sauce: While the meatballs are baking, prepare the sauce. In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté the chopped onions until they become translucent and fragrant.
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Add Flour and Tomatoes: Sprinkle the flour into the skillet with the onions and cook for a minute or two to brown slightly. Then, add the crushed tomatoes, mashing them well to integrate into the mixture.
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Create the Sauce Base: Gradually stir in the hot water, chopped green chilies, minced garlic, and salt. Allow the sauce to simmer gently for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.
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Combine and Serve: Once the sauce has developed its flavors, pour it over the warm meatballs in a serving dish. Gently mix to coat the meatballs with the delicious sauce. Serve immediately, garnished with additional green chilies or fresh herbs if desired.
Enjoy your Chile Meatballs as a savory lunch or a delightful snack that everyone will love!
