Creamy Rice and Meat Casserole: A Comforting Classic

Here is a simple and delicious recipe for the creamy meatballs shown in the photo — soft, juicy, and cooked in a rich milk-cream sauce.

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Creamy Meatballs in Milk Sauce — Recipe

📝 Ingredients

For the meatballs

• 500 g ground chicken or turkey (or mixed meat)
• 1 small onion, grated
• 1 carrot, grated
• 1 egg
• 3–4 tbsp semolina or 4 tbsp rice (optional, for softness)
• 2–3 tbsp breadcrumbs
• Salt & pepper to taste
• 1 tsp paprika (optional)

For the creamy sauce

• 400 ml milk
• 150 ml heavy cream or cooking cream
• 1 tbsp butter
• 1 tbsp flour (optional, to thicken)
• Salt & pepper
• A pinch of turmeric or paprika (for color)
• Optional: grated cheese for serving

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Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the meatballs

1. In a bowl mix:
   • ground meat
   • grated carrot
   • grated onion
   • egg
   • breadcrumbs + semolina/rice
   • salt, pepper
3. Combine well until soft and sticky.
4. Shape into round balls (medium-size).

2️⃣ Cook the meatballs

1. Heat a little butter or oil in a deep pan.
2. Arrange the raw meatballs in the pan.
3. Let them cook for 2–3 minutes just to set the bottom (no frying necessary).

3️⃣ Add the creamy sauce

1. In a cup mix:
   • milk
   • cream
   • flour (if using)
   • spices
3. Pour gently over the meatballs.
4. Add a small piece of butter.
5. Cover the pan and let simmer 20–25 minutes on low heat until the meatballs are fully cooked and soft.

4️⃣ Serve

• Serve hot with mashed potatoes, rice, pasta, or bread.
• Optionally sprinkle grated cheese on top.

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Extra Tips

• Adding semolina makes the meatballs extremely soft (like in the photo).
• Do not stir — just shake the pan gently so they stay round.
• The sauce becomes creamy and thick while simmering.