Comfort Meatballs the Pioneer Woman

Indulge in a hearty and nostalgic dinner with the Pioneer Woman's Comfort Meatballs, a recipe that effortlessly balances homestyle flavors and unbeatable simplicity. These tender meatballs combine ground beef, ground pork, and oats for a rustic, satisfying texture, all brought together with a touch of milk and finely diced onions for extra moisture and flavor. Each meatball is lightly browned for a golden crust before being baked in a tangy-sweet sauce made with ketchup, vinegar, and a hint of Worcestershire. Perfect for any cozy meal, these comfort meatballs are best served over creamy mashed potatoes, fluffy rice, or your favorite noodles. With just 20 minutes of prep and a handful of pantry staples, this dish will quickly become a family favorite—and a go-to for easy, crowd-pleasing dinners!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 pound Ground pork
• 0.75 cup Oats
• 0.75 cup Milk
• 0.5 medium (finely diced) Onion
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Canola oil
• 1 cup Ketchup
• 2 tablespoons White vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Sugar
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 dash (optional) Hot sauce

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, oats, milk, finely diced onion, salt, and black pepper. Mix well with clean hands until fully incorporated.

Step 2

Roll the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter, and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

Step 3

Pour the flour onto a plate and lightly roll each meatball in the flour to coat. Set aside.

Step 4

In a large skillet, heat the canola oil over medium heat. Working in batches, brown the meatballs on all sides. You do not need to cook them through at this point, just achieve a nice golden exterior. Remove the browned meatballs to a plate and set aside.

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 6

In a medium saucepan, combine the ketchup, white vinegar, sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce (if using). Stir well and simmer over medium heat for about 5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 7

Arrange the browned meatballs in a single layer in a large baking dish. Pour the sauce evenly over the meatballs, ensuring they are well coated.

Step 8

Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and the sauce is bubbling.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving. Serve hot over mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles, and enjoy your Comfort Meatballs!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1792.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4496.8

Total Fat 295.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 77.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 29.8g
Cholesterol 745.8mg	0%
Sodium 4451.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 237.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.7g	0%
Total Sugars 83.9g
Protein 220.4g	0%

Vitamin D 80.5IU	0%
Calcium 497.0mg	0%
Iron 23.1mg	0%
Potassium 2132.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.3%

Protein: 19.6%

Carbs: 21.1%