Description
Enjoy these savory Meatballs in Dijon Gravy—a hearty and comforting main course featuring tender beef meatballs simmered in a creamy, tangy Dijon mustard sauce. Perfectly browned and cooked on the stovetop, this recipe pairs wonderfully with mashed potatoes, noodles, or steamed veggies for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Meatballs
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for frying)
Dijon Gravy
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Meatball Mixture: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined to avoid tough meatballs, then shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
- Brown Meatballs: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides and mostly cooked through, about 6–8 minutes. Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set aside.
- Make the Gravy: In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in all-purpose flour and cook for 1 minute to form a roux. Slowly add beef broth, whisking constantly to prevent lumps.
- Add Flavor: Stir in Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and heavy cream. Bring the sauce up to a gentle simmer, allowing it to thicken slightly.
- Simmer Meatballs: Return the browned meatballs to the skillet. Simmer gently for 10–12 minutes until the meatballs are fully cooked and the gravy has thickened to your liking.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped parsley over the dish for freshness and serve warm. This dish pairs excellently with mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or steamed vegetables.
Notes
- These meatballs pair wonderfully with mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
- For a tangier sauce flavor, substitute sour cream in place of heavy cream.
- Be careful not to overmix the meatball ingredients to keep them tender.
- Use fresh parsley for garnish to add a nice pop of color and freshness.
