Tiếng ViệtCraving a comforting, home-cooked meal without the hours of effort? AK FOOD has the perfect solution: “Meatball sauce with cream of mushroom soup – easy dinner.”
This recipe transforms ordinary meatballs into a creamy, flavorful masterpiece – perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekend dinners. This easy recipe uses simple ingredients and comes together in minutes, proving that delicious doesn’t have to mean complicated.
Get ready to wow your family and friends with a dish that tastes like you spent hours in the kitchen (but only took a fraction of the time). Let’s get cooking!
Meatball sauce with cream of mushroom soup
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What is meatball sauce with cream of mushroom soup?
Meatball sauce with cream of mushroom soup is a comforting, creamy twist on traditional meatball sauce. This easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, offering deliciousness without complexity. It’s a family favorite for a reason!
The exact origins of meatball sauce with cream of mushroom soup are unclear, but it likely gained popularity in the mid-20th century alongside canned soups. The creamy mushroom flavor complements the meatballs and tomato sauce beautifully, creating a quick and satisfying meal.
This simple sauce starts with canned tomato sauce and cream of mushroom soup. Most recipes for meatball sauce with cream of mushroom soup include sautéed onions and garlic, Italian herbs, and seasonings for a balanced flavor. You can customize it further with diced tomatoes, mushrooms, or even a splash of red wine. Serve it over pasta, polenta, or mashed potatoes for a hearty meal.
Sautéed onions
Benefits of meatball sauce with cream of mushroom soup
Creamy, savory, and oh-so-satisfying, meatball sauce made with cream of mushroom soup is a classic comfort food favorite. But did you know this dish offers more than a warm and fuzzy feeling?
Let’s dig into the surprising nutritional and culinary advantages that make this sauce a true winner.
Nutritional benefits
Protein-rich
Overall, meatball sauce made with cream of mushroom soup is a protein-rich dish. Meatballs are a fantastic source of protein, a vital nutrient for building and repairing tissues, supporting a healthy immune system, and keeping you feeling full and energized.
The combination of protein-rich meatballs and a creamy mushroom sauce creates a satisfying meal that fuels your active days.
Vitamins and minerals
Don’t underestimate the power of the supporting ingredients! Tomatoes, a staple in many meatball sauces, are packed with vitamin C, a potent antioxidant, and potassium, which is essential for maintaining healthy blood pressure.
Mushrooms, the star of our creamy sauce, bring their own set of benefits to the table, including B vitamins for energy production and selenium, an important antioxidant.
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Culinary benefits
Flavor enhancement
Cream of mushroom soup isn’t just a convenience, it’s the secret to unlocking a depth of savory flavor that elevates the entire dish. The earthy notes of the mushrooms mingle with the sweetness of the tomatoes, creating a rich and complex taste that’s impossible to resist.
Creamy texture
One of the best things about this sauce is its luxuriously creamy texture. The cream of mushroom soup creates a velvety smooth base that coats each meatball and clings perfectly to your favorite pasta.
Every bite is a symphony of flavor and texture that will leave you wanting more.
Mushroom soup
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How to make meatball sauce with cream of mushroom soup
This recipe for meatball sauce with cream of mushroom soup is about to become your new weeknight go-to. It’s easy, comforting, and packed with flavor! Here’s what you’ll need:
Ingredients
For the meatball
- 1 pound of ground beef (or a mix of beef and pork for extra richness)
- ½ cup of breadcrumbs (plain or Italian seasoned will do the trick)
- ¼ cup of grated Parmesan cheese (and keep a little extra on hand for serving)
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the cream of mushroom soup sauce
- 1 can (10.75 ounces) of condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp dried Italian herbs
- Salt and black pepper to your liking (optional, but recommended)
Now, stay tuned for the simple, step-by-step instructions to bring this delicious meatball sauce with cream of mushroom soup to life!
Instructions
Prepare the meatballs
- Combine all meatball ingredients in a large bowl, mixing gently until just incorporated.
- Shape the mixture into meatballs, roughly 1 to 1 ½ inches in diameter.
Meatballs
Make the cream sauce
- In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, combine the cream of mushroom soup, tomato sauce, water, chopped onion, minced garlic, and Italian herbs.
- In a saucepan, simmer the remaining cream of mushroom soup over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
Combine meatballs and sauce
- Submerge the meatballs in the gently bubbling sauce.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until meatballs are cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
Garnish and serve
- Serve your delicious meatball sauce with cream of mushroom soup over your favorite pasta, like spaghetti or penne.
- Garnish with extra Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley for a final touch.
Meatball sauce with cream of mushroom soup
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Conclusion
This “Meatball sauce with cream of mushroom soup – easy dinner” recipe is just one example of how we strive to bring you delicious, approachable meals for any night of the week. Have questions about this recipe or want to share your culinary creations? Connect with us at AK FOOD – we love hearing from fellow food lovers!
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