Description
These Swedish Meatballs are a classic comfort food dish with juicy, flavorful meatballs smothered in a rich and creamy sauce. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or as a party appetizer.
Ingredients
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For the meatballs:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 lb ground pork
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 egg
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the sauce:
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp flour
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the meatballs: In a bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, milk, onion, egg, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Form the mixture into small meatballs: Roll the meat mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
- Cook the meatballs: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the meatballs on all sides until cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Make the sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter, sprinkle flour, and whisk until golden. Slowly whisk in beef broth, then add heavy cream and Worcestershire sauce. Season with salt and pepper.
- Simmer: Return the meatballs to the skillet, cover, and simmer for about 10-15 minutes until the sauce thickens and the meatballs are fully cooked.
- Serve: Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve hot over mashed potatoes or with lingonberry sauce.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add a dash of allspice to the meat mixture.
- Feel free to adjust the seasoning in the sauce to suit your taste preferences.
- These meatballs freeze well, making them a great make-ahead meal option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
