Hamburger and Rice Porcupine Balls

I can remember my mom making this quite a bit when I was growing up. I was a bit of a picky eater but even I would go back for more porcupines. I liked it best when she made it with homemade rolls and a big garden salad. I find myself making it quite often for my own family.

How To Make:

Ingredients:

  • 1 – 2 pounds of hamburger
  • 1/2 cup uncooked rice (I use white)
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 1 beaten egg
  • 1 – 2 tablespoons of finely chopped onion
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups of canned diced tomatoes (sometimes I add a little extra tomato juice)

Directions:

Mix all the ingredients together except the tomatoes and make them into small balls.

Brown them in a hot skillet.

Pour the tomatoes over and cook covered for about 45 minutes. (The rice will be popped out when they are done.)

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