Homemade Meatballs and Gravy

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400.

Step 2

Grease 2 baking sheets with non-stick cooking spray.

Step 3

Combine meatball ingredients in a large mixing bowl.

Step 4

Form the meatball mixture into 1 1/2" balls.

Step 5

Place the meatballs onto the greased baking sheets

Step 6

Bake in the oven for 15 minutes.

Step 7

Remove the meatballs from the baking sheet. Set aside. Reserve 1 Tablespoon of drippings from the baking sheet. **I like to scrape any dark bits from the pan as well.

Step 8

Add the meat drippings and dark bits into a large skillet.

Step 9

Add in the butter.

Step 10

When the butter and drippings are heated add in the flour.

Step 11

Cook the flour for 30 seconds. Scraping the pan constantly.

Step 12

Add in the beef stock and whisk until combined.

Step 13

Add in the Worcestershire sauce and all the seasonings except the fresh parsley.

Step 14

Allow the gravy to simmer until thickened. (About 5 minutes).

Step 15

Add in the meatballs and allow to simmer for 5 minutes more.

Step 16

Sprinkle with the fresh parsley and serve over mashed potatoes or buttered noodles.