Porcupines in Mushroom Sauce

Savor the comforting flavors of Porcupines in Mushroom Sauce, a classic, family-friendly dish that combines tender beef and rice meatballs with a rich, velvety mushroom sauce. These "porcupine" meatballs, named for the way the rice pokes through as they cook, are seasoned with garlic, onion, and a touch of black pepper for a perfectly balanced bite. Simmered to perfection in a creamy sauce made with sliced mushrooms, butter, and condensed cream of mushroom soup, this hearty recipe is both satisfying and easy to prepare. Serve it over fluffy mashed potatoes, buttered noodles, or steamed white rice for a complete and irresistibly comforting meal. Ready in just over an hour, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy weekend dinner. Add a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a vibrant finishing touch and enjoy!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 0.5 cup Uncooked white rice
• 1 large Egg
• 0.5 cup Yellow onion, finely diced
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 cans Canned condensed cream of mushroom soup
• 1.5 cups Milk
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 1 cup Mushrooms, sliced
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, uncooked rice, egg, diced onion, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined.

Step 2

Shape the mixture into 16 evenly-sized meatballs (about 1.5 inches in diameter) and set them aside on a plate.

Step 3

In a large deep skillet or a Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for 3–5 minutes until softened and lightly browned.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup and milk until smooth. Pour the mixture over the mushrooms in the skillet and bring to a gentle simmer.

Step 5

Carefully add the meatballs into the mushroom sauce, ensuring they are evenly spaced and submerged in the sauce.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet with a lid, and let the meatballs simmer gently for 35 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 7

Check that the meatballs are cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) using a meat thermometer.

Step 8

Once cooked, remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired, before serving.

Step 9

Serve the Porcupines in Mushroom Sauce warm over cooked noodles, mashed potatoes, or steamed rice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1709.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2395.4

Total Fat 150.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 61.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 658.6mg	0%
Sodium 6423.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 142.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.0g	0%
Total Sugars 28.1g
Protein 115.7g	0%

Vitamin D 233.3IU	0%
Calcium 664.5mg	0%
Iron 11.3mg	0%
Potassium 2628.1mg	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: 56.8%

Protein: 19.4%

Carbs: 23.8%