Porcupines

Porcupines

These are great to make ahead of time and then freeze. We freeze them with mashed potatoes and corn as part of a homemade TV dinner.

Prep Time:
30 mins
Cook Time:
60 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 30 mins
Yield:
5 servings
Servings:
5

Ingredients

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • ½ cup uncooked white rice
  • 1 cup water
  • ½ cup chopped onion
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon celery salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce

Directions

Step 1
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, rice, 1/2 cup of water and onion. Blend in salt, celery salt, garlic powder and pepper. Mix well. Shape into 1 1/2 inch balls.

Step 2
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the meatballs; drain fat.

Step 3
In an 11×7 inch baking dish, combine the tomato sauce and 1 cup of water. Place the browned meatballs into the tomato sauce, turning to coat well.

Step 4
Cover and bake in a preheated oven for 45 minutes. Uncover, and cook for an additional 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

275
Calories
13g
Fat
21g
Carbs
19g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 5
Calories 275
% Daily Value *
Total Fat13g 16%
Saturated Fat5g 25%
Cholesterol55mg 18%
Sodium1107mg 48%
Total Carbohydrate21g 8%
Dietary Fiber2g 6%
Total Sugars4g
Protein19g
Vitamin C7mg 34%
Calcium30mg 2%
Iron3mg 18%
Potassium525mg 11%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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