Garlic butter meatballs with mashed potatoes
Meatballs:
2 pounds ground beef, 80% to 85% lean
2 large eggs
1 cup Italian breadcrumbs
½ cup grated parmesan cheese
½ cup finely minced yellow onion
2teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon Italian seasonings
1 teaspoon minced garlic
¼ cup sliced basil
- combine all ingredients and form into desired size balls. Pan sear in extra virgin olive oil then bake at 350 till internal temp reaches 160 degrees.
Mashed potatoes:
2 Yukon gold potatoes
¼ cup heavy cream
½ stick salted butter
Garlic powder to taste
Onion powder to taste
Fresh cracked pepper to taste
Salt to taste
- wash, dice, and boil potatoes. Once potatoes are fully cooked they will be fork tender. Drain. Mash potatoes. Add butter, heavy cream, garlic and onion powder, salt, and pepper.
Garlic butter drizzle:
1 stick butter
½ head garlic cloves
- melt butter on low heat. Add peeled garlic cloves. Cook till garlic starts to fry and is fragrant.
Garlic butter meatballs are a delightful twist on traditional meatball recipes, offering a burst of flavor that everyone loves. Made with ground beef and seasoned perfectly, these savory meatballs are pan-seared for a crispy exterior before being baked to juicy perfection. The addition of parmesan cheese and fresh basil elevates the taste, making them irresistible. To accompany the meatballs, creamy mashed potatoes provide the perfect side dish. Using Yukon gold potatoes ensures a buttery texture, while the addition of heavy cream and salted butter creates a richness that complements the meatballs beautifully. Season with garlic and onion powder for extra depth of flavor. Don’t forget the signature garlic butter drizzle that ties the dish together! Made simply by sautéing cloves of garlic in melted butter, this sauce can be drizzled on both the meatballs and mashed potatoes, adding a fragrant and mouthwatering finish. Perfect for cozy dinners, this meal is sure to become a family favorite.
I definitely will be making this!!