Description
Indulge in the savory delight of Carnivore Creamy Meatballs, a satisfying dish perfect for both weeknight dinners and special gatherings. Combining ground beef and pork with creamy ricotta and Parmesan, these meatballs are not only rich in flavor but also low in carbs and high in protein, making them an excellent choice for those following a carnivore or keto diet. Coated in crispy pork rind crumbs and enveloped in a luscious cream sauce, they offer a comforting meal that can be served on their own or paired with fresh veggies, zoodles, or a crisp salad. Enjoy the ease of preparation and the joy of sharing this delicious recipe with family and friends.
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
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 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 seasonings. Let simmer until thickened.
- Combine cooked meatballs with the sauce until coated well.
- Serve hot with optional garnishes like fresh basil.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg