Frozen prepared meatballs are simmered in a thick and beefy gravy accented with Cajun spices for a tasty main dish or appetizer.
Recipe tags: beef base, easy difficulty, lunch, beef, skillet
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 3 tbsp | butter |
| 2 stalks | celery, diced |
| 1 | jalapeño pepper, seeded and diced |
| 1 | onion, diced |
| 2 cloves | garlic, minced |
| 1 tbsp | Cajun seasoning |
| 2 tbsp | all-purpose flour |
| ¼ cup | tomato paste |
| ¼ cup | Original Louisiana Brand Hot Sauce |
| 1½ tbsp | Better Than Bouillon® Roasted Beef Base |
| 1 package (16oz) | frozen fully cooked beef meatballs |
| 1 | green onion, thinly sliced |
Directions
In large skillet set over medium heat, melt butter. Cook celery, jalapeño, onion and garlic, stirring occasionally, for 3 to 5 minutes or until starting to soften. Stir in Cajun seasoning.
Sprinkle with flour and cook, stirring occasionally, for 1 to 2 minutes or until incorporated. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute. Whisk in 1 1/2 cups water, hot sauce and Roasted Beef Base. Whisking, bring to a boil. Stir in meatballs. Reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, for 15 to 20 minutes or until sauce has thickened, flavors are married and meatballs are heated through.
Garnish with green onion.
Tip: Serve over rice, mashed potatoes or egg noodles if desired. Or stuff into a demi baguette as a sandwich.