Meatballs In Buttermilk Sauce Recipe

These tender, baked meatballs, straight from a 1998 Houston Chronicle recipe, are a family favorite! Easy to make and incredibly kid-friendly, these juicy meatballs are simmered in a rich and creamy buttermilk sauce. Serve them over fluffy mashed potatoes, rice, or your favorite noodles for a comforting meal the whole family will love. Get ready for a taste of nostalgia with this updated classic!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 541.8 kcal
Protein 77g
Rating 4.6 (5 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Meatballs In Buttermilk Sauce

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How to Make Meatballs In Buttermilk Sauce

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Finely chop 1/2 cup of bell pepper and 1/2 cup of celery.
  3. In a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground beef, the chopped bell pepper and celery, 1/2 cup cooked rice, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 large egg.
  4. Gently mix with your hands until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  5. Divide the mixture into 12 equal portions and roll each into a 1 1/2-inch meatball.
  6. Lightly grease a 2-quart casserole dish.
  7. Arrange the meatballs in the prepared dish.
  8. In a medium bowl, combine 10.75 oz can condensed cream of mushroom soup, 1 cup buttermilk, and 2 tablespoons of the liquid from the can of mushrooms.
  9. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
  10. Evenly distribute 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms over the meatballs.
  11. Pour the buttermilk sauce evenly over the meatballs and mushrooms.
  12. Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and the sauce is bubbly.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

54 g

Sugar

21g

Fat

59g

Carbs

7g