Porcupine Meatballs (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 lb ground beef.
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1/2 cup uncooked long-grain rice.
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1 egg.
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1/4 cup finely chopped onion.
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1 clove garlic, minced.
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1/2 teaspoon dried oregano.
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1/2 teaspoon dried basil.
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1/2 teaspoon salt.
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
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1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce.
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1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes.
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1 tablespoon brown sugar.
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce.
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1/2 cup water.
# Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
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In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, uncooked rice, egg, chopped onion, minced garlic, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
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Shape the mixture into 1 1/2-inch meatballs and place them in the prepared baking dish.
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In a separate bowl, combine the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and water. Stir until well mixed.
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Pour the tomato mixture over the meatballs in the baking dish.
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Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 1 hour, or until the meatballs are cooked through and the rice is tender.
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Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes to allow the sauce to thicken slightly.
# Notes:
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Porcupine Meatballs are a classic comfort dish that blends ground beef with rice, seasoned with aromatic herbs and spices. The meatballs are cooked in a rich tomato-based sauce, resulting in a tender and flavorful meal.