Cozy Meatball Dinner in Rich Orange Sauce

Ingredients

• • 1 ⅞ pound ground beef
• • ⅞ cup breadcrumbs
• • 1 ⅞ large egg
• • 1 ⅞ small onion, finely chopped
• • 2 ⅞ garlic cloves, minced
• • 1 ⅞ cup orange juice
• • Zest of 2 oranges
• • 2 ⅞ tablespoons soy sauce
• • 2 ⅞ tablespoons honey
• • 1 ⅞ teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
• • 1 ⅞ tablespoon sesame seeds
• • 2 ⅞ tablespoons all-purpose flour
• • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. 1

   In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix until well incorporated.

2. 2

   Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs. Place on a baking sheet and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.

3. 3

   In a saucepan, whisk together orange juice, orange zest, soy sauce, honey, and 1 cup water. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.

4. 4

   Gradually stir in flour to thicken the sauce. Cook for 5-7 minutes until glossy and reduced by half.

5. 5

   Add baked meatballs to the sauce. Simmer gently for 5 minutes to coat. Garnish with sesame seeds and additional thyme.