Porcupine Meatballs

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, rice, milk, onion, parsley, 1 teaspoon Worcestershire, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and 1 teaspoon salt. Shape beef mixture into 1 ½” meatballs.
2. 2
   In a large heavy bottomed skillet over medium heat, heat oil.
3. 3
   Add meatballs in a single layer and cook until golden, turning occasionally, about 10 minutes.
4. 4
   Remove meatballs to a plate.
5. 5
   In a 9”-x13” baking dish, whisk together pureed tomatoes and remaining teaspoon Worcestershire. Season with salt and pepper.
6. 6
   Add meatballs to baking dish and cover with lid or foil. 
7. 7
   Bake until rice is tender, about 40 minutes.
8. 8
   Remove foil and bake until sauce is thickened and meatballs are cooked through, about 15 minutes more. 
9. 9
   Sprinkle with more parsley before serving.