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Classic Swedish Meatballs with Creamy Gravy: A Scandinavian Delight

Classic Swedish meatballs blended with a creamy,savory gravy. A comforting and flavorful dish perfect for family dinners.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Swedish
Servings 4
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • For the Meatballs:
  • 1 slice of soft bread
  • 2 tablespoons of water
  • ½ pound ground beef
  • ½ pound ground pork
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • For the Swedish Meatball Sauce:
  • 1 ½ cups low-sodium beef broth
  • ½ cup heavy cream or sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 ½ tablespoons corn starch
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 pinch ground nutmeg

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Meatballs:
  • o In a small bowl, soak the slice of bread in 2 tablespoons of water until soft. Mash it into a paste.
  • o In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, egg, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, nutmeg, and the bread paste.
  • o Roll the mixture into small, bite-sized meatballs, approximately 1 inch in diameter.
  • Cook the Meatballs:
  • o Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a splash of oil.
  • o Cook the meatballs in batches, turning them gently with a spoon or tongs to ensure they brown evenly on all sides.
  • o This should take about 6-8 minutes.
  • Make the Sauce:
  • o In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  • o Add the beef broth, heavy cream, Worcestershire sauce, dried parsley, thyme, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
  • o In a small bowl, whisk the cornstarch with a little water to create a slurry, then slowly add this to the sauce, stirring constantly until it thickens.
  • Combine and Serve:
  • o Return the meatballs to the skillet and simmer them in the sauce for about 10 minutes, or until they are cooked through and the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
  • o Serve the meatballs hot, over mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or with a side of lingonberry jam for an authentic Swedish experience.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcal
Keyword Swedish meatballs
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