Swedish Meatballs
Swedish meatballs are a delightful treat that combines the warmth of comfort food with a rich, savory sauce. Perfect for family gatherings or a cozy weeknight dinner, these little balls of joy are super easy to whip up. Whether served with creamy mashed potatoes or over buttered noodles, these meatballs are sure to bring smiles to the table.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 lb ground pork
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs or crushed crackers for a twist!
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp ground allspice
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg super cozy and flavorful!
- 1/4 cup beef broth
- 2 cups beef broth for the sauce
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp flour to thicken the sauce
- 2 tbsp butter for frying
- *Substitutions:* If you're in a pinch you can swap the ground beef and pork with turkey or chicken. For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free breadcrumbs or oats.
Instructions
- Mix it up: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, chopped onion, garlic, egg, salt, pepper, allspice, and nutmeg. Use your hands for this—it's the best way to mix everything evenly.
- Rollin’, rollin’, rollin’: Grab a small handful of the mixture (about 1-2 inches in diameter) and roll it into a ball. Place each meatball on a baking sheet or plate as you go.
- Heat things up: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Once it’s nice and hot, add your meatballs to the pan. Fry them until they're golden brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes. Yum!
- Make the sauce: After removing the meatballs from the skillet, leave the drippings in the pan. Add the flour and stir for about a minute, then gradually whisk in the 2 cups of beef broth and Worcestershire sauce. Let it simmer and thicken; add the heavy cream for a touch of dreamy richness.
- Combine it all: Return the meatballs to the skillet and coat them in the sauce. Let everything simmer together for another 5-10 minutes to absorb all those wonderful flavors.
- Serve it up: Pair these delectable meatballs with mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or even rice. Don't forget to pour some of that creamy sauce on top!