Description
Indulge in the savory goodness of Carnivore Creamy Meatballs, a low-carb delight that effortlessly combines ground beef and pork with a velvety sauce. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, ensuring your family and friends will be impressed. Each tender meatball is enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce that elevates any meal. Whether served alone or alongside zoodles or a fresh salad, these meatballs are versatile and satisfying. Easy to prepare with simple ingredients, they make a great addition to your dinner rotation!
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
- Optional: 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- Optional: Fresh basil, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix ground beef, pork, egg, ricotta, Parmesan, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Form into meatballs and roll in pork rind crumbs.
- Place meatballs in the baking dish and bake for 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, melt butter in a skillet over medium heat; sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add heavy cream, seasonings, and simmer until thickened before mixing in Parmesan.
- Toss baked meatballs in the sauce until well coated.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg