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Recipe For Porcupine Meatballs With Rice A Roni

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Description

Porcupine meatballs with Rice a Roni is a classic dish that has been enjoyed by many families for generations. This hearty meal is made with ground beef, rice, and a mix of savory spices. The meatballs are formed into small balls and baked in a flavorful tomato sauce until they are tender and juicy. The Rice a Roni is cooked separately and then mixed in with the meatballs for a delicious and satisfying meal.

Prep Time

Preparation time for porcupine meatballs with Rice a Roni takes around 30 minutes. This includes time to chop the onions and garlic, mix the meatball ingredients, and prepare the tomato sauce.

Cook Time

Cook time for porcupine meatballs with Rice a Roni takes around 45 minutes. This includes baking the meatballs in the oven for 30 minutes and cooking the Rice a Roni on the stovetop for 15 minutes.

Ingredients

For the meatballs, you will need:
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 cup uncooked white rice
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup bread crumbs
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
For the tomato sauce, you will need:
  • 1 can tomato sauce (15 ounces)
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Rice a Roni, you will need:
  • 1 box Rice a Roni (6.9 ounces)
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 tablespoons butter

Equipment

To make porcupine meatballs with Rice a Roni, you will need a mixing bowl, baking dish, saucepan, and measuring cups and spoons.

Method

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. 2. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, uncooked rice, chopped onion, minced garlic, bread crumbs, beaten egg, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix well. 3. Form the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in size. 4. In a saucepan, combine the tomato sauce, water, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Mix well. 5. Pour the tomato sauce mixture into a baking dish. 6. Place the meatballs into the tomato sauce mixture, making sure they are evenly spaced. 7. Bake the meatballs in the oven for 30 minutes. 8. While the meatballs are baking, cook the Rice a Roni according to the package instructions. 9. Once the Rice a Roni is cooked, add the butter and mix well. 10. When the meatballs are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes. 11. Mix the Rice a Roni into the tomato sauce mixture with the meatballs. 12. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

Porcupine meatballs with Rice a Roni can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Info

One serving of porcupine meatballs with Rice a Roni (1 meatball and 1/2 cup of Rice a Roni) contains approximately:
  • Calories: 460
  • Protein: 18g
  • Fat: 22g
  • Carbohydrates: 48g
  • Fiber: 1g

Recipes FAQ

Q: Can I use ground turkey instead of ground beef? A: Yes, ground turkey can be used instead of ground beef. Q: Can I make this dish without the Rice a Roni? A: Yes, the meatballs can be served with mashed potatoes or another side dish of your choice. Q: Can I freeze porcupine meatballs with Rice a Roni? A: Yes, porcupine meatballs with Rice a Roni can be frozen in an airtight container for up to 3 months.

Recipe Tips

- To save time, you can use pre-cooked rice instead of uncooked rice. Just make sure to adjust the amount of water and cooking time accordingly. - For a spicier version of porcupine meatballs, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the meatball mixture. - To make this dish healthier, you can use lean ground beef and brown rice instead of white rice.

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