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Swedish Meatball Recipe

A genuinely fantastic recipe for Swedish Meatballs, bringing a traditional meal to the forefront again. Tender meatballs with a fantastic creamy gravy await you!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Swedish
Keyword: meatballl, meatballs, Swedish meatballs
Servings: 6 servings (about 6 meatballs)
Calories: 501kcal
Author: Tara Noland

Equipment

Ingredients

For the Meatballs:

  • 1 lb. ground beef
  • 1/2 lb. ground pork
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 small small onion finely chopped
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp ground allspice
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 2 tbsp butter for frying

For the Gravy:

  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Prepare the Meatballs:

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and milk. Let sit for a few minutes until the breadcrumbs soak up the milk.
  • Add the ground beef, ground pork, chopped onion, egg, salt, pepper, allspice, and nutmeg to the bowl. Mix everything together until well combined.
  • Roll the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.

Cook the Meatballs:

  • In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
  • Add the meatballs to the skillet in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Cook until all sides are browned and the meatballs are cooked through, about 7-10 minutes. Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set aside.

Prepare the Gravy:

  • In the same skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
  • Add the flour and whisk continuously to make a roux, cooking for about 2 minutes until the mixture is golden brown.
  • Gradually whisk in the beef broth, making sure to avoid lumps. Continue to whisk until the mixture thickens and starts to simmer.
  • Stir in the heavy cream, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Simmer the gravy for a few minutes until it thickens to your desired consistency.

Combine and Serve:

  • Return the meatballs to the skillet, making sure they are well coated in the gravy. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
  • Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.

Serving Suggestions:

  • Serve the Swedish meatballs with mashed potatoes or egg noodles and a side of lingonberry sauce for a classic touch.

Notes

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Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 501kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 40g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 152mg | Sodium: 755mg | Potassium: 467mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 588IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 3mg