Hedgehogs Recipe

Rainy day comfort food at its finest! These adorable Hedgehog Meatballs, simmered in a rich tomato soup, are surprisingly easy to make and ready in under an hour. The savory meatballs, bursting with herbs, are perfectly complemented by creamy mashed potatoes – a family favorite guaranteed to warm your soul.

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 45 mins

Calories 913 kcal

Protein 102g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Hedgehogs

Beef Mince
Long Grain White Rice
Egg
1 medium onion, finely chopped
Fresh Thyme
Fresh Rosemary
Fresh Sage
Salt And Pepper
Condensed Tomato Soup
1 (15oz) can of water
4-5 fresh sage leaves

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How to Make Hedgehogs

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large bowl, gently combine the ground beef, chopped onion, uncooked rice, thyme, sage, rosemary, salt, pepper, and beaten egg.
Mix well with your hands, being careful not to overmix. Shape the mixture into medium-sized meatballs (about 1.5 inches in diameter).
Pour the tomato soup into a large oven-safe saucepan or Dutch oven. Stir in 1 can (15 oz) of water.
Add the fresh sage leaves to the soup.
Gently place the meatballs into the soup, ensuring they are mostly submerged.
Cover the saucepan and transfer to the preheated oven. Simmer for 20-30 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and the soup has thickened slightly. (Alternatively, you can simmer the meatballs and soup on the stovetop over low heat for 30-40 minutes, covered.)
Remove the saucepan from the oven (or from the stovetop). Carefully remove the fresh sage leaves.
Serve the Hedgehog Meatballs in Tomato Soup immediately, spooned over a generous serving of creamy mashed potatoes and alongside some steamed green beans.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

50 g

Sugar

63g

Fat

102g

Carbs

18g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Hedgehogs?

Hedgehogs takes about 60 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 45 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Hedgehogs?

Hedgehogs has approximately 913 calories per serving, with about 102 g protein, 18 g carbohydrates and 82 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Hedgehogs?

The key ingredients for Hedgehogs are Beef Mince, Long Grain White Rice, Egg, Onion, Fresh Thyme, Fresh Rosemary. See the full list with measurements above.