Description
These Best Swedish Meatballs are a classic comfort food, featuring tender meatballs coated in a rich, creamy gravy. Perfect for cozy dinners, these savory meatballs are ideal for serving over egg noodles, mashed potatoes, or rice. Enjoy the irresistible flavors that make this dish a family favorite.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
1/2 lb ground pork
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup milk
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 large egg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 tablespoons butter (for frying)
2 tablespoons butter (for gravy)
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups beef broth
1 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Combine breadcrumbs and milk in a large bowl; let sit until absorbed.
- Add ground beef, pork, onion, egg, salt, pepper, allspice, and nutmeg. Mix well.
- Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
- Fry meatballs in butter over medium heat until browned and cooked through. Set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter, add flour, and cook for 1-2 minutes to form a roux.
- Gradually whisk in beef broth; simmer until thickened.
- Stir in heavy cream and Worcestershire sauce; season with salt and pepper.
- Return meatballs to skillet, simmer for a few minutes, and garnish with parsley.
- Serve hot over egg noodles, mashed potatoes, or rice.
Notes
For a lighter option, you can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.
Ground turkey or chicken can be used instead of pork for a leaner alternative.
The meatballs can be made ahead of time and frozen for up to 2-3 months.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Swedish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 450 kcal per serving
Keywords: Swedish Meatballs, creamy gravy, comfort food, dinner, family meal, classic recipe