Depression Treat

Prep: 15 min Cook: 20 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: American

A hearty, nostalgic dish featuring savory meatballs simmered in flavorful pork and beans, perfect for comforting, budget-friendly meals that appeal to family and friends alike.

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 lb hamburger
  • 1 small onion, minced
  • salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Make small meatballs about walnut size using hamburger, minced onion, salt, and pepper.
  2. Fry the meatballs until they are browned.
  3. Add the can of pork and beans to the skillet with the meatballs.
  4. Simmer the mixture for a while until flavors meld and everything is heated through.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

134 kcal 7% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 4.1g 8% DV
Total Fat 6.9g 9% DV
Carbs 14.1g 5% DV
Fiber 0.9g 3% DV
Sugar 1.3g 3% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9878.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 81.3mg 2% DV
Cholesterol 8mg 3% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin C 0.5mg 1% DV
Calcium 39.5mg 3% DV
Iron 0.9mg 5% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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