Ingredients
- 3 slices bread, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons chopped onion
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¾ cup skim milk
- 2 (12 ounce) packages frozen burger-style crumbles
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 cup half-and-half cream
Why You'll Love This Recipe
Tips For Better Flavor
- Chill the mixture before shaping the balls to help them hold together better.
- Cook the meatballs gently in a pan to get a golden crust without breaking them apart.
Step 1
Heat your oven to 325°F (165°C). In a big bowl, mix together the bread crumbs, chopped onion, pepper, nutmeg, and milk. Then, add the burger-style crumbles and stir everything until it’s nicely combined. Shape the mixture into balls about 1 ½ inches wide.
Step 2
Melt some butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown the meatballs in batches, turning them so they get a nice color all around. Once they’re browned, use a slotted spoon to transfer them to a 2-quart casserole dish.
Step 3
Keep the skillet on the stove and whisk the flour into the butter drippings. Cook this for a minute or so until it’s bubbly, stirring constantly. Slowly pour in the broth and cream, stirring as the sauce thickens and comes to a boil.
Step 4
Pour the creamy sauce over the meatballs in the casserole dish, then pop it into the oven. Let it bake for about 30 minutes until everything is heated through and the flavors have melded together.
