GRANDMA WELLS'S PORCUPINE MEATBALLS

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A family favorite recipe from my childhood. Served over mashed potatoes with a side of green beans just like mama used to make.

Provided by Katrina Freed

Categories     Beef

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 15

MEATBALLS
1 lb ground beef
1/2 c uncooked long grain rice
1/3 c chopped onion
1/3 c chopped green pepper
1 tsp salt
1/8 tsp pepper
1/8 tsp garlic powder
1/2 c water
SAUCE
2 Tbsp oil
1 can(s) tomato sauce (15 oz.)
1 c water
2 Tbsp brown sugar
2 tsp worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • 1. In a large mixing bowl combine meatball ingredients. Shape into 1 - 1/2 inch balls
  • 2. In a separate mixing bowl combine tomato sauce, 1 cup water, brown sugar and Worcestershire sauce
  • 3. Heat oil in a large skillet and brown meatballs, then drain off grease. Pour tomato sauce mixture over meatballs
  • 4. Reduce heat to medium low, cover and simmer for one hour

Kimberly Luther
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Overall, I really enjoyed these meatballs. They were easy to make and they tasted great. I will definitely be making them again.


Ontshiametse Molekwa
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These meatballs were a bit too dry for my taste. I think I'll add some more liquid next time.


saad khaan
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I've made these meatballs several times now and they're always a hit. They're so moist and flavorful, and the sauce is perfect.


Michaela Caraveau
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I'm not usually a fan of meatballs, but these were really good. The sauce was especially flavorful.


Sibusiso Mkasibe
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These meatballs were so easy to make and they tasted amazing. I will definitely be making them again and again.


Stephen Akai
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I made these meatballs for a potluck and they were a huge hit. Everyone raved about how delicious they were.


Kade 97
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These meatballs were a bit too salty for my taste. I think I'll use less salt next time.


Dustin Marbury
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I've never made meatballs before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. The meatballs turned out perfectly and they were so delicious.


Md Saiam Hassan
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These meatballs were easy to make and they tasted great. I will definitely be making them again.


WATCH AFGHANISTAN
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I made these meatballs for my picky kids and they loved them! I was so happy to find a recipe that they would actually eat.


roosevelt del
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I'm not a big fan of meatballs, but I really enjoyed these. They were so tender and flavorful.


Apuuli Rogers
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I followed the recipe exactly and the meatballs turned out great. I served them with mashed potatoes and green beans, and it was a delicious meal.


Ojo Goodness
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These meatballs were a bit bland for my taste. I think I'll add some more spices next time.


Nafi Bb
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. The meatballs were moist and flavorful, and the sauce was perfect.


Warren Weeder
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I've made these meatballs several times now and they're always a favorite. They're so easy to make and they taste delicious.


Sujata Shrestha
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I made these meatballs for a party and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them!


SUBHASH KAUSHIK SGOUR
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These meatballs were a hit with my family! The sauce was flavorful and the meatballs were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making these again.