Swedish Meatballs Recipe

 Swedish Meatballs are tender, flavorful meatballs coated in a rich, creamy gravy that’s both comforting and hearty. This beloved Scandinavian dish is perfect for cozy dinners and pairs wonderfully with mashed potatoes, buttered noodles, or lingonberry jam.

Ingredients

For the Meatballs:

• 1 pound ground beef

• ½ pound ground pork

• ½ cup breadcrumbs

• ½ cup milk

• 1 small onion, finely chopped

• 1 egg

• ½ teaspoon salt

• ¼ teaspoon black pepper

• ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg

• ¼ teaspoon ground allspice

• 2 tablespoons butter (for frying)

For the Sauce:

• 3 tablespoons butter

• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

• 2 cups beef broth

• ¾ cup heavy cream

• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking Time

• Prep time: 15 minutes

• Cook time: 25 minutes

• Total time: 40 minutes

Serving

• Serves 4–6

Instructions

1. Prepare the Meat Mixture:
   
   In a large bowl, combine breadcrumbs and milk. Let them sit for 5 minutes until softened. Add ground beef, pork, onion, egg, salt, pepper, nutmeg, and allspice. Mix gently until combined.

2. Form Meatballs:
   
   Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on a tray.

3. Cook the Meatballs:
   
   In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add meatballs in batches and brown on all sides, about 5–7 minutes total. Remove and set aside.

4. Make the Sauce:
   
   In the same skillet, melt 3 tablespoons of butter. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute to form a roux. Gradually whisk in beef broth, stirring until smooth. Add cream and Worcestershire sauce, then simmer until thickened.

5. Combine:
   
   Return meatballs to the pan and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fully cooked and coated with sauce.

6. Serve:
   
   Serve hot with mashed potatoes, noodles, or lingonberry jam.

Tips

• Don’t overmix the meat mixture; it keeps the meatballs tender.

• Use a cookie scoop for evenly sized meatballs.

• Substitute sour cream for half of the cream for a tangier sauce.

Nutrition (per serving)

• Calories: 420

• Protein: 25g

• Fat: 30g

• Carbohydrates: 14g

• Sugar: 3g

These Swedish Meatballs bring comfort to the table with every bite — juicy, perfectly seasoned, and smothered in a creamy sauce that makes them unforgettable.