Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Carnivore Creamy Meatballs, a delightful dish that blends savory ground beef and pork with a luscious creamy sauce. This recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re planning a dinner party or enjoying a cozy night at home. These meatballs are low in carbs and high in protein, making them an excellent choice for anyone following specific dietary plans. With minimal preparation time and straightforward cooking steps, you can create a satisfying meal that will impress your family and friends. Pair these meatballs with zoodles, cauliflower rice, or a fresh salad for a complete and delicious dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 pound ground pork
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup pork rind crumbs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika (optional)
- Fresh basil, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, egg, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well and shape into meatballs.
- Coat each meatball with pork rind crumbs and place them in the baking dish.
- Bake for 20 minutes until browned.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add heavy cream, seasonings, and Parmesan; simmer until thickened.
- Toss baked meatballs in the creamy sauce until fully coated.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meatballs (110g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 90mg