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Ground Pork And Potato Balls Recipe

A nostalgic family recipe passed down through generations! These savory Ground Pork and Potato Balls, inspired by a 1969 Better Homes and Gardens cookbook, are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Tender pork and fluffy potatoes combine in a flavorful meatball, then simmered in a rich gravy. Get ready for rave reviews – even thirds! Serve alongside creamy mashed potatoes for a complete comfort food experience.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 455.3 kcal
Protein 46g
Rating 4.5 (31 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Ground Pork And Potato Balls

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How to Make Ground Pork And Potato Balls

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine 1 large egg, 1/2 cup milk, 1 cup breadcrumbs, 2 cups mashed potatoes, 1 tablespoon onion flakes (or 1/4 cup chopped green onions), 1 tablespoon yellow mustard, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  3. Add 1 pound ground pork and gently mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
  4. Roll the mixture into 24 meatballs (approximately 1 1/2 inches in diameter).
  5. Heat 2 tablespoons of shortening in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the meatballs on all sides.
  6. Remove meatballs from skillet and set aside. Pour off excess fat, reserving about 2 tablespoons of drippings in the skillet.
  7. In a small bowl, dissolve 1 beef bouillon cube in 1 cup of boiling water.
  8. Return meatballs to the skillet. Pour the bouillon mixture over the meatballs.
  9. Cover the skillet and transfer to the preheated oven. Bake for 20 minutes, or until cooked through, turning occasionally.
  10. Remove meatballs from skillet and set aside. Reserve drippings.
  11. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup all-purpose flour and 1/3 cup cold water until smooth.
  12. Pour flour mixture into the reserved drippings in the skillet. Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until the gravy thickens (about 2-3 minutes).
  13. Serve the Ground Pork and Potato Balls immediately, smothered in the delicious gravy and accompanied by your favorite mashed potatoes.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

34 g

Sugar

5g

Fat

56g

Carbs

5g

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