Cecil's Porky Pines
Get ready to savor the ultimate comfort food with Cecil's Porky Pines, a hearty dish that blends tender ground pork and uncooked rice into flavorful, saucy meatballs with a fun twist! These "porcupine" meatballs get their signature name from the rice grains that puff up as they cook, adding a playful texture to every bite. Infused with garlic and onion powder, Worcestershire sauce, and simmered in a rich tomato and beef broth sauce, this recipe delivers bold, homestyle flavors in under an hour. Perfect as a main dish for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings, serve these irresistible meatballs with crusty bread or steamed veggies for a complete, satisfying meal. With simple ingredients and a one-pan cooking method, Cecil's Porky Pines is a family-friendly favorite you won't want to miss!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground pork
- 0.5 cup Uncooked long-grain white rice
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 14 ounces Canned tomato sauce
- 1 cup Beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons Chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground pork, uncooked rice, water, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined, taking care not to overwork the mixture.
Step 2
Form the mixture into 12-14 evenly-sized meatballs, about 1 1/2 inches in diameter. Set the meatballs aside on a plate or tray.
Step 3
In a large skillet or Dutch oven with a lid, heat a drizzle of oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the meatballs in a single layer, being careful not to overcrowd them. Brown the meatballs on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side. You may need to work in batches.
Step 4
Once all the meatballs are browned, carefully remove them from the skillet and set them aside. Drain any excess grease from the skillet.
Step 5
Return the skillet to medium heat and add the tomato sauce, beef broth, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir to combine and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.
Step 6
Return the browned meatballs to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Cover the skillet with a lid, reduce the heat to low, and allow the meatballs to simmer for 35-40 minutes, or until the rice in the meatballs is tender and cooked through.
Step 7
Occasionally check the skillet, gently stirring the sauce to prevent sticking. If the sauce becomes too thick, add a splash of water or beef broth to thin it out slightly.
Step 8
Once cooked, remove the skillet from the heat. If desired, sprinkle the meatballs and sauce with chopped parsley for a fresh touch.
Step 9
Serve Cecil’s Porky Pines warm, accompanied by crusty bread or cooked vegetables on the side. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1305.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1990.9 |
| Total Fat 104.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 37.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g | |
| Cholesterol 627.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5024.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 118.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 18.1g | |
| Protein 137.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 53.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 294.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1808.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories