Beef Porcupines Recipe

Juicy beef meatballs baked in a creamy mushroom sauce – a fun and flavorful family favorite! This easy recipe combines classic comfort food flavors for a surprisingly elegant yet simple dinner.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 75 mins
Calories 398.6 kcal
Protein 73g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
Beef Porcupines

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Beef Porcupines

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • Rice A Roni
  • Mushroom
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 1/2 cup tomato sauce
  • 10.75 oz can cream of mushroom soup

How to Make Beef Porcupines

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground beef, 1 cup cooked rice-a-roni, 1 cup chopped mushrooms, 1/2 cup tomato sauce, 1/4 cup chopped onion, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  3. Gently mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
  4. Roll the mixture into 1-inch meatballs (approximately 12-15).
  5. Place the meatballs in a greased 9x13 inch glass baking dish.
  6. In a separate bowl, whisk together 10.75 oz can cream of mushroom soup and 1/4 cup milk until smooth.
  7. Pour the soup mixture evenly over the meatballs.
  8. Bake for 60-75 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and the sauce is bubbly.
  9. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

25 g

Sugar

7g

Fat

42g

Carbs

2g