Description
When the craving for hearty, soul-satisfying food hits, nothing compares to a plate of Salisbury Meatballs and Mashed Potatoes.
Ingredients
For the Salisbury meatballs:
- 1 lb ground beef (80–85% lean)
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1 small onion, finely minced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for browning)
For the onion gravy:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the mashed potatoes:
- 2 lbs Yukon gold or russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- ½ cup milk (or more, to desired consistency)
- 4 tablespoons butter
- Salt, to taste
- Optional: ¼ cup sour cream or cream cheese for extra creaminess
Instructions
Step 1: Make the meatball mixture
In a large bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, minced onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and seasonings. Use your hands or a fork to mix just until combined.
Step 2: Shape and brown the meatballs
Roll the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown the meatballs on all sides (about 5–6 minutes total), then remove and set aside.
Step 3: Prepare the onion gravy
In the same skillet, melt butter and add sliced onions. Cook over medium-low heat for 10–12 minutes, stirring often, until golden and caramelized. Sprinkle in the flour and stir for 1 minute.
Step 4: Add broth and simmer
Slowly whisk in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Season with salt and pepper.
Step 5: Add meatballs and simmer
Return meatballs to the skillet. Cover and simmer on low for 15–20 minutes, or until meatballs are fully cooked and the gravy thickens.
Notes
- Don’t overmix the meatball mixture – it can make them tough.
- Brown the meatballs first – it locks in moisture and adds flavor.
- Caramelize onions low and slow – for a deep, sweet flavor in the gravy.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 40
- Category: Dinner
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6–8
- Calories: 475
- Sugar: 3 g
- Fat: 27 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 26 g
Keywords: Salisbury Meatballs and Mashed Potatoes Recipe