Swedish Meatballs with Creamy Sauce
A classic favorite, these tender meatballs are served in a rich, velvety creamy sauce, perfect over noodles, mashed potatoes, or in sandwiches.
Ingredients
For the Meatballs
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 pound ground turkey or chicken
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
For Frying and Sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter for frying
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon flour (optional, for thickening)
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground turkey or chicken, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, nutmeg, allspice, and parsley (if using). Mix until well combined.
- Form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
Cooking Meatballs
- Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the meatballs in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Brown them on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- Place the browned meatballs onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake in the preheated oven for about 10-15 minutes, until cooked through.
Preparing Sauce
- In the same skillet, pour in the beef broth, scraping the bottom to loosen any flavorful bits.
- Stir in the heavy cream, soy sauce, and Worcestershire sauce. Bring to a gentle simmer for about 5 minutes.
- For a thicker sauce, mix flour with a small amount of water to create a slurry, then add it to the sauce, stirring until desired thickness is achieved.
Combining and Serving
- Once the meatballs are done, add them to the sauce, coating them well, and let them simmer together for a few minutes.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
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Notes
You can serve Swedish meatballs with creamy sauce over mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or with steamed vegetables. Adding grated vegetables like zucchini or carrots can enhance flavor and nutrition.