Best Porcupine Meatballs In Sauce Recipes

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PORCUPINE MEATBALLS IN TOMATO SAUCE



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Big, juicy Italian-style meatballs in a rich tomato sauce, made with rice that sticks out a bit like porcupine quills when cooked. Porcupine Meatballs are a hearty and flavorful dish that's been passed down for generations!

Provided by Sara Garska

Categories     Main Course

Time 2h10m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 can crushed tomatoes (28 ounce can)
1 can tomato sauce (14 ounce can)
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 cup water
pinch sugar
1 pound ground beef
¼ pound mild Italian sausage
½ cup rice
1 teaspoon salt (IF your Italian seasoning does not have salt in it)
¼ cup onion (chopped)
¼ cup green pepper (chopped)
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning

Steps:

  • In large pot or Dutch oven, combine tomato sauce, crushed tomatoes, and water. Add a teaspoon of Italian seasoning and a pinch of sugar.
  • Warm sauce over low heat while you make the meatballs.
  • Mix together meatball ingredients in a large bowl, then form into large balls, about 2 inches in diameter.
  • Gently add the meatballs to the warm tomato sauce. Use a spoon to cover all of the meatballs with sauce.
  • Cook at a low simmer for 1 1/2 to two hours - do not allow the sauce to boil.
  • Remove from heat and let rest for about 15 to 30 minutes before serving.

PORCUPINE MEATBALLS



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These well-seasoned porcupine meatballs in a rich tomato sauce are one of my mom's best main dishes. I used to love this meal when I was growing up. I made it at home for our children, and now my daughters make it for their families. -Darlis Wilfer, West Bend, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup uncooked long grain rice
1/2 cup water
1/3 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon celery salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1 pound ground beef
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
1 cup water
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Add beef and mix well. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls. In a large skillet, brown meatballs in oil; drain. Combine tomato sauce, water, brown sugar and Worcestershire sauce; pour over meatballs. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 421 calories, Fat 21g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 1317mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

PORCUPINE MEATBALLS IN TOMATO SAUCE



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My dad created this recipe in college. And has been a family favorite ever since! For added flavor, add seasoning salt to beef, or use bison.

Provided by Publicsafetydan

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatball Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound ground beef
1 cup instant rice
1 white onion, chopped
1 egg
1 (28 ounce) can tomato sauce
28 fluid ounces water

Steps:

  • Mix ground beef, rice, onion, and egg together in a bowl with your hands; shape into tennis-ball sized balls.
  • Stir tomato sauce and water together in a large pot; bring too a boil. Gently lie meatballs into the sauce, place cover on the pot, and reduce heat to medium-low.
  • Cook until meatballs are no longer pink in the center, about 35 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).
  • Put meatballs on a plate, cut each into halves, and ladle sauce over the meatballs to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 246.1 calories, Carbohydrate 21.8 g, Cholesterol 74.6 mg, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 16.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 745 mg, Sugar 6 g

CLASSIC PORCUPINE MEATBALLS



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Porcupine meatballs, a mixture of beef and rice cooked in a tomato sauce, are an old-fashioned favorite, either oven-baked or simmered on the stove.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Entree     Dinner

Time 1h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef
2/3 cup raw long-grain white rice
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon seasoned salt (or Cajun seasoning )
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Optional: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (if cooking on the stovetop)
For the Sauce:
1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce (or two 8-ounce cans)
1 cup water
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients. Preheat the oven to 350 F.
  • In a large bowl, combine the ground beef with the rice, water, chopped onion, seasoned salt, garlic powder, and pepper.
  • Shape the ground beef mixture into 1 1/2-inch balls. Use a tablespoon or small cookie scoop to help make them uniform in size. (Or you can weigh them as you shape them.) Place them in an ungreased 2-quart shallow baking dish.
  • Make the sauce by mixing together the tomato sauce, water, and Worcestershire sauce in a measuring cup or bowl.
  • Now it's time to cook the meatballs. Continue reading for the oven method, or scroll down to the stovetop method.
  • Pour the sauce over the porcupine meatballs, cover the baking dish tightly with foil, and bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 55 minutes.
  • Uncover and bake the meatballs 15 to 20 minutes longer, until bubbling and cooked through. Serve and enjoy.
  • Add about 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to a large deep skillet over medium heat.
  • Add the shaped meatballs and cook, turning, until the meatballs are evenly browned. Drain and discard the drippings.
  • Add the tomato sauce ingredients to the skillet and bring the mixture to a simmer. Lower the heat and cover the pan. Continue cooking for about 45 minutes. Check occasionally and add water, if necessary. Serve and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 309 kcal, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 101 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 34 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 736 mg, Sugar 3 g, Fat 14 g, ServingSize 6 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

MELINDA'S PORCUPINE MEATBALLS



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This is, by far, the best recipe for porcupine meatballs I have ever had. This is a recipe that was given to my mom when she married back in 1970. The recipe also includes cooking directions for stovetop cooking or cooking in the oven. Hope you enjoy as much as our family does.

Provided by Melinda S.

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatball Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound ground beef
½ cup uncooked white rice
½ cup water
⅓ cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon celery salt
⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 cup water, or more as needed
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Mix the ground beef, rice, 1/2 cup water, onion, salt, celery salt, garlic powder, and black pepper in a bowl. Roll the mixture into 12 meatballs.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the meatballs. Cook meatballs, turning occasionally, until evenly browned. Drain and discard any excess grease. Pour the tomato sauce, 1 cup water, and Worcestershire sauce into the skillet; reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer until the meatballs are no longer pink in the center and the rice is tender, about 45 minutes. Stir in more water if the sauce becomes too dry.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 319.1 calories, Carbohydrate 26.1 g, Cholesterol 68.8 mg, Fat 13.7 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 22.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 1414.5 mg, Sugar 5.1 g

PORCUPINE MEATBALLS IN SAUCE



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These little meatballs are the start of a delicous meatball sandwich. The combination of the meat and the sauce over a hoagie bun with some cheese and lettuce is fantastic. Leftover, these meatballs were awesome over rice.

Provided by Michelle Bates-Phipps

Categories     Beef

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb ground beef
1/2 c long grain rice, cooked
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp parsley flakes
1 Tbsp worcestershire sauce
1 large egg
salt and pepper
1 can(s) tomato soup
1 c v8 juice
8 oz tomato sauce
1/2 tsp italian seasoning

Steps:

  • 1. Combine beef, rice, garlic powder, parsley, worcestershire sauce, egg, and salt and pepper. in a large bowl.
  • 2. Shape meat mixture into balls, this recipe should make about 20 small meat balls. Place rounded meat balls onto a greased baking dish.
  • 3. Combine tomato soup, V8 juice, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, and a little more salt and pepper then pour over the meatballs in the baking dish.
  • 4. Bake 1 hour in 350 Oven. Can be served over rice, potatoes, or as a sandwich.

BBQ PORCUPINE MEATBALLS



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This is the version of porcupine meatballs I grew up with - it is a little different than others I have seen on Zaar in that it has BBQ sauce in the sauce. This is my comfort food. I serve the meatballs on top of mac and cheese and eat it all together. Make a double batch and freeze the extra. I hope you enjoy!

Provided by julieriesselmantt

Categories     Meat

Time 1h45m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb ground beef
1/2 cup Minute Rice
1 tablespoon dried onion
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup barbecue sauce
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can tomato soup
3/4 cup water
1 tablespoon brown sugar

Steps:

  • Pre-heat oven to 350.
  • Mix together ground beef, rice, onion and salt in a bowl.
  • Shape into 10-12 balls and place into a baking dish.
  • In a saucepan, heat BBQ sauce, tomato soup, water and brown sugar to a boil so the sugar dissolves.
  • Pour sauce over the meatballs.
  • Bake for 1 1/2 hours.

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