Swedish Meatballs Recipe

The Best Swedish Meatballs are smothered in the most amazing rich and creamy gravy. The meatballs are packed with such delicious flavor. Savory, comforting and smothered with a sauce that melts in your mouth. You will quickly agree these are the BEST you have ever had!

Serve these scrumptious vittles over buttered noodles or rice with a Caesar Salad, Fruit Salad and Rolls for a dinner to satisfy!

Swedish meatballs have always been super delectable, and Ikea has made them popular. With this recipe you can make them in the comfort of your own home without the making an adventure to the store. And I dare say they are even better! Super easy to make you’ll be surprised you haven’t made them sooner. So what are you waiting for?!

The secret to these heavenly swedish delights is the unique spices of allspice and nutmeg. And then in the sauce you add worcestershire sauce and dijon mustard for tantalizing flavor. The combination is irresistibly the best meatballs ever!

There’s a list of ingredients here, but don’t stress, it’s super simple and totally worth it.

These will come together quick and cook in about 30 min total, so dinner is quick.

One of the best things about this recipe is I can double it and freeze some for another meal.

All nutritional information is based on third party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe and nutritional value will vary depending on the brands you use, measuring methods and portion sizes per household.

The Best Swedish Meatballs

The Best Swedish Meatballs are smothered in the most amazing rich and creamy gravy. The meatballs are packed with such delicious flavor you will agree these are the BEST you have ever had!

Prep: 10min

Total: 30min

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: Carbohydrate 10 g, Protein 17 g, Fat 43 g, Saturated Fat 22 g, Cholesterol 162 mg, Sodium 712 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, calories 499 kcal, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1/4 cup panko bread crumbs
• 1 tablespoon parsley (chopped)
• 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• ¼ cup onion (finely chopped)
• ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
• ⅛ teaspoon Pepper
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 egg
• 1 tbsp. olive oil
• 5 tbsp. butter
• 3 tbsp. flour
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp. Dijon mustard
• salt and pepper to taste

Instruction:

1. In a medium sized bowl combine ground beef, panko, parsley, allspice, nutmeg, onion, garlic powder, pepper, salt and egg. Mix until combined.
2. Roll into 12 large meatballs or 20 small meatballs. In a large skillet heat olive oil and 1 Tablespoon butter. Add the meatballs and cook turning continuously until brown on each side and cooked throughout. Transfer to a plate and cover with foil.
3. Add 4 Tablespoons butter and flour to skillet and whisk until it turns brown. Slowly stir in beef broth and heavy cream. Add worchestershire sauce and dijon mustard and bring to a simmer until sauce starts to thicken. Salt and pepper to taste.
4. Add the meatballs back to the skillet and simmer for another 1-2 minutes. Serve over egg noodles or rice.

Swedish Meatballs

This easy Swedish Meatballs recipe includes homemade meatballs smothered in creamy sauce and served over egg noodles or rice. This is a meal the whole family will love!

Prep: 20min

Total: 45min

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 370 kcal, Carbohydrate 10 g, Protein 24 g, Fat 26 g, Saturated Fat 10 g, Cholesterol 123 mg, Sodium 591 mg, Sugar 1 g, Trans Fat 0.5 g, Fiber 1 g, unSaturated Fat 14 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

• 2 Tablespoons olive oil (, divided)
• 1 onion (, diced)
• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 1 pound ground pork
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 2 large egg yolks
• 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 3/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter
• 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
• 3 3/4 cups low-sodium beef broth
• 3/4 cup sour cream
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper (, to taste)
• 2 Tablespoons fresh chopped parsley (, chopped)
• 1 lb egg noodles (, cooked (or cooked rice), for serving)

Instruction:

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Swedish Meatball Recipe

These juicy and flavorful Swedish Meatballs are smothered in a savory gravy cream sauce that you can serve with noodles or mashed potatoes.

Prep: 25min

Total: 65min

Yield: 33

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 75 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 5 g, Saturated Fat 2 g, Trans Fat 0.1 g, Cholesterol 23 mg, Sodium 177 mg, Fiber 0.1 g, Sugar 0.5 g, unSaturated Fat 2.4 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil (divided in half)
• ½ cup yellow onion (finely diced)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
• ¼ cup Parmesan cheese (grated from a wedge)
• 1 large egg (whisked)
• 1/3 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon oregano
• ¼ teaspoon ground allspice
• ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
• ¼ teaspoon pepper
• ¾ lb. ground beef (80% lean)
• ½ lb. ground pork
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 4 tablespoons flour
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 cube chicken bouillon (see notes)
• 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (can sub mustard powder)
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• ½ cup sour cream (at room temperature)

Instruction:

1. Heat ½ of the olive oil in a large, high-walled skillet and add the finely diced onions and garlic. Soften for 5 minutes. Set aside and let cool.
2. In a large bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, whisked egg, milk, cooled onions/garlic, salt, oregano, allspice, nutmeg, and pepper. Gently incorporate the meat until evenly combined, but without overworking it (otherwise the meatballs will be tough instead of tender).
3. Roll into 1 ½-inch meatballs and place on a plate. (A small cookie scoop makes it easier to roll balls of uniform size.) Transfer to the fridge and let them chill for 15 minutes, or up to overnight. Cover if chilling overnight.
4. While the meatballs chill, combine the beef broth, chicken bouillon, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon, and parsley in a large measuring cup with a spout. Set aside.
5. Heat remaining olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
6. Brown the meatballs in batches, leave plenty of room around each so that you can easily rotate them with a spoon to brown on all sides. Brown for about 1 minute per side. Remove and set aside. Add additional oil and/or decrease heat slightly as needed throughout cooking.
7. Melt the butter in the same skillet and use a silicone spatula to “clean” the bottom of the skillet. Stir in the flour and cook for 2 minutes, stirring continuously, until it begins to brown.
8. Add the beef broth mixture in small splashes, stirring continuously. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
9. Place the sour cream in a medium bowl. Spoon some of the sauce into the bowl (about ¼ cup), and stir until well-combined. Stir it into the sauce over low heat until incorporated.
10. Add the meatballs back to the skillet along with any juices from the plate. Spoon the sauce on top. Allow them to heat through over low heat for 10-15 minutes (or until cooked through), partially covered. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve over mashed potatoes or egg noodles.

Swedish Meatballs

With more than 400 5-star reviews, Alton Brown’s Swedish Meatballs recipe from Good Eats on Food Network, is a fan-favorite. This classic version uses a mix of ground beef and pork for the meatballs, paired with a quick pan gravy.

Prep: 0 30min0

Total: 0 55min0

Yield: approximately 30 meatballs, 4 to 6 servings

Serving Size: 1 of 6 servings

Nutrition Facts: servingSize 1 of 6 servings, calories 405, Fat 27g, Saturated Fat 13g, Carbohydrate 13g, Fiber 1g, Sugar 3g, Protein 27g, Cholesterol 169mg, Sodium 684mg

Ingredients:

• 2 slices fresh white bread
• 1/4 cup milk
• 3 tablespoons clarified butter, divided
• 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
• A pinch plus 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 3/4 pound ground chuck
• 3/4 pound ground pork
• 2 large egg yolks
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 3 cups beef broth
• 1/4 cup heavy cream

Instruction:

1. Preheat oven to 200 degrees F.
2. Tear the bread into pieces and place in a small mixing bowl along with the milk. Set aside.
3. In a 12-inch straight sided saute pan over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of the butter. Add the onion and a pinch of salt and sweat until the onions are soft. Remove from the heat and set aside.
4. In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the bread and milk mixture, ground chuck, pork, egg yolks, 1 teaspoon of kosher salt, black pepper, allspice, nutmeg, and onions. Beat on medium speed for 1 to 2 minutes.
5. Using a scale, weigh meatballs into 1-ounce portions and place on a sheet pan. Using your hands, shape the meatballs into rounds.
6. Heat the remaining butter in the saute pan over medium-low heat, or in an electric skillet set to 250 degrees F. Add the meatballs and saute until golden brown on all sides, about 7 to 10 minutes. Remove the meatballs to an ovenproof dish using a slotted spoon and place in the warmed oven.
7. Once all of the meatballs are cooked, decrease the heat to low and add the flour to the pan or skillet. Whisk until lightly browned, approximately 1 to 2 minutes. Gradually add the beef stock and whisk until sauce begins to thicken. Add the cream and continue to cook until the gravy reaches the desired consistency. Remove the meatballs from the oven, cover with the gravy and serve.

The Best Swedish Meatballs and Gravy

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