Melinda's Porcupine Meatballs

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 cup cooked white rice
• 1/4 cup chopped onion
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1/4 cup tomato sauce

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, cooked rice, onion, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, basil, oregano, pepper, egg and tomato sauce.
3. Form into 1 1/2 inch meatballs and place on a greased baking sheet.
4. Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until no pink remains in the center.

Interesting Facts

• Porcupine meatballs get their name from the way the rice sticks out from the meatballs, resembling the spines of a porcupine.
• This dish is a classic American comfort food.
• Porcupine meatballs can be served with a variety of sides such as mashed potatoes, rice, or vegetables.