Description
Indulge in the rich and savory flavors of Carnivore Creamy Meatballs, a perfect dish for family dinners or meal prep. These tender meatballs, made from a delicious blend of ground beef and pork, are coated in a luscious creamy sauce that tantalizes the taste buds. With their low-carb, high-protein profile, these meatballs are an ideal choice for those following a carnivore or keto diet. Whether served over zucchini noodles or paired with roasted vegetables, they are sure to impress at any table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 lb 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 your 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.
- Shape the mixture into small meatballs and roll each in pork rind crumbs.
- Place meatballs in the baking dish and bake for about 20 minutes until browned.
- For the sauce, melt butter in a skillet over medium heat, add minced garlic, then pour in heavy cream and season with salt and pepper. Simmer until thickened.
- Add baked meatballs to the sauce and toss until well coated.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meatballs (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: For added flavor, experiment with different spices or mix in chopped herbs like parsley or basil. You can also use ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.