Porcupine meatballs are tender beef meatballs mixed with rice and simmered in a savory tomato sauce, creating a hearty and comforting dish.

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In a large bowl, combine ground beef, uncooked rice, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, and oregano. Mix until just combined.
Shape mixture into 1 1/2-inch meatballs.
(Optional) In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and lightly brown meatballs on all sides.
In a separate bowl, mix together tomato sauce, water, and Worcestershire sauce. Pour over meatballs in the skillet or in a baking dish.
Cover and simmer on low heat for 45 minutes on the stove, or bake at 350°F (175°C) for 45-50 minutes, until meatballs are cooked through and rice is tender.
Spoon sauce over meatballs and serve hot.

For extra flavor, add a pinch of chili flakes or Italian seasoning to the sauce.
Can be made ahead and reheated — the flavors improve overnight.
Serve with mashed potatoes, pasta, or steamed vegetables for a full meal.