Description
This classic Meatballs in Dijon Gravy recipe features tender, juicy beef meatballs simmered in a rich, creamy mustard sauce. Perfectly seasoned and cooked on the stovetop, these meatballs create a comforting dish ideal for serving over mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles. The Dijon gravy adds a tangy depth that elevates this hearty main course.
Ingredients
Scale
Meatballs
- 1 pound ground beef
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Dijon Gravy
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Meatball Mixture: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Gently mix until just combined to avoid tough meatballs. Form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
- Brown the Meatballs: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs in batches, carefully turning to brown on all sides. This should take about 5 to 7 minutes total. Once browned, remove meatballs from the skillet and set them aside.
- Make the Dijon Gravy: In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the all-purpose flour and cook for 1 minute to form a roux, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Slowly whisk in the beef broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan for extra flavor.
- Add Mustard and Cream: Stir in the Dijon mustard and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Add the heavy cream and season the gravy with salt and pepper to taste, continuing to stir until the gravy thickens slightly.
- Simmer Meatballs in Gravy: Return the browned meatballs to the skillet, cover it with a lid, and let them simmer in the gravy for 10 minutes. This allows the meatballs to cook through fully and the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Serve: Serve the meatballs hot with plenty of the Dijon gravy spooned over them. They pair wonderfully with mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles for a complete and comforting meal.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or ground chicken for a lighter version of this dish.
- Add a splash of white wine to the gravy for extra depth of flavor.
- Be careful not to overmix the meatball ingredients to keep them tender.
- If you prefer thicker gravy, allow it to simmer a few minutes longer before adding the meatballs.
