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Salisbury Steak Meatballs

Salisbury Steak Meatballs with Creamy Garlic Herb Mash

Salisbury Steak Meatballs bring back cherished family meals with rich gravy and creamy mash, perfect for comfort food lovers.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Substitute with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Can use gluten-free breadcrumbs for a gluten-free version.
  • 1 large Egg Essential for meatball structure.
  • 1 cup Onion (chopped) Use yellow or white onion for best results.
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) Fresh garlic recommended.
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce Check for gluten-free varieties if needed.
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust based on dietary preferences.
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1 tsp Dried Thyme Fresh thyme can be a vibrant substitute.
For the Gravy
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Used for sautéing.
  • 2 cups Beef Broth Use low-sodium broth.
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch (mixed with water) For thickening.
For the Garlic Herb Mashed Potatoes
  • 2 lb Potatoes (Yukon Gold recommended) Alternatives: Russet may be less creamy.
  • 1/2 cup Milk Use plant-based milk for dairy-free option.
  • 2 tbsp Butter Dairy-free margarine can be used.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Finely chopped.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Skillet
  • large pot

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, chopped onion, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and thyme. Mix gently until just combined.
  3. Shape mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on the baking sheet.
  4. Bake the meatballs for about 20 minutes or until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  5. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions and garlic until translucent.
  6. Add beef broth and Worcestershire sauce to the skillet. Simmer and mix cornstarch with water, then stir into the broth until thickened.
  7. Boil water in a pot, add diced potatoes and garlic, and cook for 15-18 minutes until tender.
  8. Mash drained potatoes with milk, butter, salt, pepper, and parsley until smooth.
  9. Serve meatballs over mashed potatoes and drizzle with gravy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatball with mashCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 28gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Gentle mixing avoids dense meatballs; Yukon Gold potatoes provide the best texture.

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