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Savory Mississippi Beef Meatballs with Garlic Butter Sauce

  • Author: Ava
  • Total Time: 39 minute
  • Yield: 4-6 servings 1x

Description

Experience the comforting flavors of Mississippi pot roast transformed into tender beef meatballs, generously coated in a rich garlic butter sauce. This dish is easy to make and sure to impress everyone at your table!

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds ground beef
  • 1/2 cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 packet ranch seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)
  • 1/2 packet ranch seasoning (for sauce)
  • 1 packet au jus gravy mix
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick, cut into pats)
  • 1/2 cup pepperoncini peppers
  • 1/4 cup pepperoncini juice
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (for garlic butter sauce)
  • 4–5 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, Panko breadcrumbs, egg, ranch seasoning, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and milk.
  2. Using your hands, gently mix all the ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  3. Form the mixture into approximately 18-20 golf-ball-sized meatballs.
  4. Optional: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the meatballs on all sides for about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
  5. For Slow Cooker: Place the browned (or raw) meatballs in the slow cooker. Sprinkle with remaining ranch seasoning and au jus gravy mix. Dot with butter, add pepperoncini peppers and juice, and pour in beef broth. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  6. For Stovetop/Dutch Oven: After browning the meatballs, add them back to the pot. Sprinkle with ranch seasoning and au jus mix. Add butter, pepperoncini, juice, and beef broth. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 45-60 minutes.
  7. While the meatballs are simmering, melt unsalted butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat.
  8. Add minced garlic to the melted butter and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Remove from heat and stir in chopped parsley.
  9. Once meatballs are tender, serve them on a platter and drizzle with garlic butter sauce. Garnish with parsley or pepperoncini.
  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 6-8 hours (slow cooker) or 45-60 mins (stovetop)
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Slow Cooking or Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Southern

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Fat: 30 g
  • Saturated Fat: 15 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Trans Fat: 1 g
  • Carbohydrates: 20 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 25 g
  • Cholesterol: 100 mg

Keywords: Don't overmix the meatballs to avoid toughness. Browning them adds depth of flavor. Customize the heat by adjusting pepperoncini or adding red pepper flakes. Serve over mashed potatoes or in hoagie rolls for a hearty meal.

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