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Swedish Meatballs

Rich and savory Swedish meatballs served in a creamy sauce, perfect for cozy dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Swedish
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 pound ground pork
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon allspice
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Skillet or frying pan
  • Spatula or wooden spoon
  • Meat thermometer
  • Serving dish

Method
 

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, milk, chopped onion, egg, salt, pepper, nutmeg, and allspice.
  2. Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium heat, add a tablespoon of butter, and brown the meatballs on all sides for about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set aside.
  5. In the same skillet, melt the remaining butter and whisk in the flour to create a roux.
  6. Slowly whisk in the beef broth and bring to a simmer.
  7. Add heavy cream to the broth to create a smooth sauce.
  8. Return the meatballs to the skillet, ensuring they are submerged in the sauce.
  9. Cover the skillet and let the meatballs simmer for 15-20 minutes.
  10. Serve the meatballs hot with the creamy sauce drizzled over them.

Notes

These meatballs are delicious served over egg noodles or mashed potatoes.