Meatballs in Cream Sauce

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup bread crumbs
• 1/4 cup milk
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 1/2 cup white wine
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, egg, bread crumbs, milk, garlic, salt, and pepper.
2. Mix together until everything is well combined.
3. Form the mixture into small balls and set aside.
4. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
5. Add the onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, until softened.
6. Add the meatballs to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, until browned.
7. Add the white wine and cook for 2 minutes, until the alcohol has cooked off.
8. Add the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce and bring to a simmer.
9. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10-15 minutes, until the sauce has thickened and the meatballs are cooked through.
10. Add the cream and stir to combine.
11. Serve the meatballs with the sauce over mashed potatoes or with a side of steamed vegetables.
12. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.

Interesting Facts

• Meatballs are a popular dish in many cultures, from Italian to Swedish to Chinese.
• The word “meatball” is derived from the German word “frikadelle”, which is a small patty of ground meat.
• Meatballs are a great way to use up leftover ground beef or other ground meats.
• Cream sauce is a popular accompaniment to meatballs, adding a richness and depth of flavor.