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Easy Recipe For Swedish Meatballs

Tender meatballs in creamy gravy, perfect for cozy dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Swedish
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 pound ground pork
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Skillet or frying pan
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Baking sheet
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, chopped onion, minced garlic, egg, salt, black pepper, and allspice.
  2. Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add butter.
  4. Brown the meatballs on all sides for about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Transfer the browned meatballs to a baking sheet and set aside.
  6. In the same skillet, add flour and stir for about a minute to form a roux.
  7. Gradually whisk in beef broth and heavy cream, stirring until smooth.
  8. Return the meatballs to the skillet with the gravy and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
  9. Serve the meatballs warm, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

For extra flavor, let the meatball mixture rest in the fridge for 30 minutes before cooking.