1-Getting started with porcupine meatballs: begins with preparing your ingredients, which keeps things organized and fun. First, mix the ground beef, egg, Worcestershire sauce, rice, garlic, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and water in a large bowl until everything is well combined. Shape this mixture into about 20 golf ball-sized meatballs for even cooking.

2-Next, heat the olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and brown the meatballs on all sides for about 10 minutes. This step adds great flavor and texture, so space them about 1 inch apart. After browning, remove the meatballs and discard any excess grease to keep the dish light.

3-Then, in the same skillet on medium heat, stir together the tomato sauce, stock, Italian seasoning, butter, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and salt to create a savory sauce. Return the meatballs to the skillet, coat them in the sauce, cover, and simmer on low for 45-50 minutes until the rice inside is tender. For the best results, for more tips on cooking techniques, check out another meatball recipe that offers additional ideas.