Mushroom Sauce For Meatballs Recipe

Elevate your meatballs with this rich and savory mushroom sauce, adapted from J. Pare's 'Company's Coming Make-Ahead Meals'. Perfect for busy weeknights or effortless entertaining, this recipe is easily doubled or tripled for freezing and future deliciousness. Impress your guests with this restaurant-quality sauce in minutes!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 276.8 kcal
Protein 18g
Rating 4.2 (13 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Mushroom Sauce For Meatballs

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How to Make Mushroom Sauce For Meatballs

  1. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a medium frying pan over medium heat.
  2. Add 1 pound of sliced mushrooms and 1/2 cup of chopped onions. Sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Stir in 1/2 cup of dry sherry (optional), 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of dried thyme, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  4. Gradually whisk in 2 cups of beef broth until smooth. Bring to a simmer and cook for 4-5 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened, stirring frequently.
  5. Add 1.5 pounds of cooked meatballs to the sauce. Simmer gently for 5 minutes, or until heated through.
  6. **To Freeze:** Double or triple the sauce recipe (excluding meatballs). Divide into 3-cup freezer-safe containers or freezer bags. Label and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator or microwave before reheating. Add cooked meatballs and reheat until warmed through.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

36 g

Sugar

27g

Fat

47g

Carbs

8g