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Carnivore Creamy Meatballs Recipe

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These Carnivore Creamy Meatballs combine the rich flavors of ground beef and pork with a luscious creamy sauce made from heavy cream, butter, and aromatic seasonings. Perfectly baked and coated in a savory, velvety sauce, they offer a delicious, low-carb, and comforting dish that’s easy to prepare and customize.

Ingredients

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Meatballs

  • 1 lb Ground Beef (Can substitute with ground turkey for a leaner option.)
  • 1 lb Ground Pork (Substitute with more ground beef if preferred.)
  • 1 large Egg (Acts as a binder.)
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese (Substitute with cream cheese for a different flavor.)
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese (Nutritional yeast can be used for a dairy-free option.)
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder (Fresh minced garlic can be used for more intensity.)
  • 1 tbsp Italian Seasoning (Customizable with your choice of herbs.)
  • 1 tsp Salt (Adjust according to preference.)
  • 1 tsp Pepper (Adjust according to preference.)
  • 1 cup Pork Rind Crumbs (An alternative for breadcrumbs in low-carb diets.)

Sauce

  • 1 cup Heavy Cream (Substitute with coconut cream for a dairy-free version.)
  • 4 tbsp Unsalted Butter (Olive oil can be a healthier alternative.)
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic (Fresh option for a stronger garlic flavor.)
  • 1 tsp Paprika (Omit if undesired.)
  • Fresh Basil (Optional garnish; omit if unavailable.)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 10×13-inch baking dish to prevent the meatballs from sticking.
  2. Mix Meatball Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, egg, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
  3. Coat and Place Meatballs: Shape the mixture into meatballs of your preferred size. Roll each meatball in pork rind crumbs ensuring they are evenly coated, then place them in the greased baking dish.
  4. Bake Meatballs: Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until they are browned on the outside and thoroughly cooked inside.
  5. Prepare Sauce: While the meatballs bake, melt the unsalted butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant but not browned, about 1 minute.
  6. Simmer Cream Sauce: Stir in the heavy cream and paprika, then season with additional salt and pepper to taste. Let the mixture simmer gently until it thickens slightly, about 5-7 minutes.
  7. Combine Meatballs and Sauce: Once the meatballs are baked, transfer them into the skillet with the creamy sauce. Gently stir or spoon the sauce over the meatballs to coat them thoroughly.
  8. Garnish and Serve: Optionally, garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving for a pop of color and fresh herbaceous flavor.

Notes

  • For a dairy-free version, substitute Parmesan cheese with nutritional yeast and heavy cream with coconut cream.
  • Use fresh minced garlic instead of garlic powder for a more intense garlic flavor.
  • Adjust seasoning (salt, pepper, paprika) to taste preferences.
  • Substitute ground turkey for leaner meatballs if desired.
  • Use olive oil instead of butter in the sauce for a healthier fat alternative.
  • Fresh basil is optional but adds a nice aromatic garnish.
  • Pork rind crumbs are a great low-carb alternative to breadcrumbs.

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