Ingredients
1 1/2 lb. ground beef
3/4 c. uncooked long grain white rice
1/2 c. whole milk
1/2 yellow onion, finely chopped
2 tbsp. finely chopped parsley, plus more for garnish
2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce, divided
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
Pinch cayenne pepper
Kosher salt
2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
1 (28-oz.) can whole peeled tomatoes, pureed
Freshly ground black pepper
Preparation
Step 1Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, rice, milk, onion, parsley, 1 teaspoon Worcestershire, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and 1 teaspoon salt. Shape beef mixture into 1 ½” meatballs.Step 2In a large heavy bottomed skillet over medium heat, heat oil. Add meatballs in a single layer and cook until golden, turning occasionally, about 10 minutes. Remove meatballs to a plate.Step 3In a 9”-x13” baking dish, whisk together pureed tomatoes and remaining teaspoon Worcestershire. Season with salt and pepper. Add meatballs to baking dish and cover with lid or foil. Step 4Bake until rice is tender, about 40 minutes. Remove foil and bake until sauce is thickened and meatballs are cooked through, about 15 minutes more. Step 5Sprinkle with more parsley before serving.
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