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Delicious homemade Swedish meatballs served with creamy sauce and lingonberry sauce

Swedish Meatballs

Juicy and tender Swedish meatballs are drenched in a creamy sauce, perfect for a cozy dinner.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Swedish
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Can be swapped with ground turkey for a lighter version.
  • 1 lb Ground Pork Increases juiciness; substitute with more beef if avoiding pork.
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Can use gluten-free breadcrumbs if necessary.
  • 1 medium Grated Onion Shallots can be a milder alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Milk Substitute with a dairy-free milk if preferred.
  • 1 large Egg Use a flax egg to keep it vegan.
  • 1 tsp Salt Essential for flavor.
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper White pepper can be used for a subtler heat.
  • 1/2 tsp Allspice Imparts a unique sweetness; nutmeg can offer a similar flavor.
  • 1/4 tsp Nutmeg Cinnamon may be a surprising but tasty replacement.
For the Sauce
  • 2 Tbsp Olive Oil Can use vegetable oil for frying.
  • 2 Tbsp Butter A vegan alternative can work, too.
  • 2 Tbsp Flour Corn starch can be a gluten-free alternative.
  • 2 cups Beef Broth Chicken broth offers a lighter taste if needed.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Substitute with coconut cream for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 Tbsp Dijon Mustard Yellow mustard can suffice in a pinch.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, grated onion, milk, egg, salt, pepper, allspice, and nutmeg. Mix well and form into small meatballs about the size of a golf ball.
Cooking
  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and butter. Cook meatballs until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.
  2. Remove meatballs and set aside. In the same skillet, whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute to form a roux.
  3. Gradually add beef broth and heavy cream, stirring until the sauce thickens.
  4. Stir in Dijon mustard and return meatballs to the skillet. Simmer for 10-15 minutes until cooked through.

Notes

Serve with mashed potatoes or egg noodles. Use a scale to portion meatballs for uniform cooking. Chill the mixture before shaping for easier handling, and garnish with fresh parsley.