Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Swedish Meatball Pasta, blending savory meatballs with a creamy sauce over perfectly cooked pasta. Ideal for a comforting family dinner, this dish offers a taste of Sweden with every bite.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup milk
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 egg
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp allspice
12 oz pasta (e.g., fettuccine or egg noodles)
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp butter
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
2 cups beef broth
1 cup heavy cream
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, onion, egg, salt, pepper, and allspice. Shape into 1-inch meatballs.
- Brown meatballs in olive oil until cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter, add flour, and cook until lightly browned.
- Gradually whisk in beef broth, cream, and Worcestershire sauce. Simmer until thickened.
- Season with salt and pepper. Add meatballs back to skillet.
- Combine pasta with sauce and meatballs. Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
Ensure meatballs are fully cooked before adding to the sauce.
Adjust seasoning to taste before serving.
Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3-4 days or frozen for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Swedish-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
