Mushroom and Meatball Stew with Basmati Rice
This Swedish-style meatball stew with creamy gravy is prepared with meaty mushrooms for enhanced flavor. Served over Success® Basmati Rice, it makes for a hearty, delicious meal.
Ingredients
- 2 bags Success® Basmati Rice
- 1/2 lb lean ground beef
- 1/2 lb lean ground pork
- 1/4 cup bread crumbs
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt, divided
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp ground allspice
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 lb sliced cremini mushrooms
- 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh thyme
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups sodium-reduced beef broth
- 1/2 cup 35% heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh chives
- Cracked black pepper, for garnish
Instructions
Take homemade meatballs to a whole new level with this Swedish-meatball inspired stew. The blend of tender cremini mushrooms, beef and pork makes for the perfect cold-weather meal. For the ultimate comfort meal, serve the meatballs glazed in a creamy mushroom gravy sauce over aromatic Success® Basmati Rice to absorb all of that flavor!
Step 1
Prepare rice according to package directions.
Step 2
Meanwhile, combine ground beef, pork, bread crumbs, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt, pepper, allspice and nutmeg in a medium bowl. Roll mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
Step 3
Heat oil in a large skillet set over medium heat. Working in batches, cook meatballs for 5-8 minutes, or until evenly browned. Transfer to a plate.
Step 4
Add mushrooms, thyme and remaining salt to skillet. Cook for 5-8 minutes, or until slightly browned. Sprinkle mushrooms with flour and cook, stirring, for 1-2 minutes. Gradually whisk in broth and cream. Bring mixture to a boil.
Step 5
Return meatballs to skillet. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until sauce thickens slightly and meatballs are cooked through. Remove from heat. Stir in Parmesan and lemon juice.
Step 6
Serve meatballs and sauce over rice. Garnish with chives and cracked black pepper.
Recipe Tip
To make this dish more traditional, serve the meatballs with a dollop of berry jam or cranberry sauce on the sauce, if desired.
