Description
These Swedish meatballs are savory, tender, and full of flavor. Perfectly seasoned meatballs are smothered in a rich, creamy gravy that pairs wonderfully with mashed potatoes or lingonberry sauce. A classic comfort food that will leave everyone at the table satisfied.
Ingredients
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For the meatballs:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 pound ground pork
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon allspice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons butter
For the gravy:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the meatballs: In a bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, milk, onion, garlic, nutmeg, allspice, salt, pepper, and egg. Mix until well combined. Shape the mixture into meatballs.
- Cook the meatballs: In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 10-12 minutes. Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set aside.
- Make the gravy: In the same skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes. Gradually whisk in the beef broth and heavy cream. Cook, stirring constantly, until the gravy thickens. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve: Return the meatballs to the skillet and simmer in the gravy for a few minutes. Serve the Swedish meatballs hot with mashed potatoes or lingonberry sauce.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can also incorporate a dash of Worcestershire sauce into the meat mixture.
- If the gravy is too thick, you can thin it out with a little extra beef broth.
- Leftover meatballs and gravy can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
