Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of beef Meatballs served alongside creamy Sweet Potato Mash and a luscious Maple Sauce. This comforting recipe combines tender, savory beef meatballs with the natural sweetness of mashed sweet potatoes, topped off with a rich sauce that adds a hint of tang. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this dish is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients. With easy-to-follow steps and straightforward ingredients, it’s a great choice for both novice cooks and seasoned chefs looking for a hearty meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 medium onion, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried sage
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated onion, minced garlic, smoked paprika, dried sage, egg, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix gently and form into 16 meatballs.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and brown the meatballs on all sides for about 6 minutes. Set aside.
- Boil cubed sweet potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (12-15 minutes). Drain and mash with butter, heavy cream, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In the skillet, deglaze with apple cider vinegar; add maple syrup and chicken stock. Simmer and return meatballs to cook through (8-10 minutes).
- Whisk cold butter into the sauce off heat before serving over meatballs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet cooking, boiling, mashing
- Cuisine: Comfort food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 85mg