Classic Swedish meatballs served in a rich, creamy gravy.
Prep Time
20 minutes
Cook Time
20 minutes
Total Time
40 minutes
Difficulty
Easy
Skills Required
None
Ingredients & Nutrition
500 kcal
Calories
30g
Protein
40g
Fat
15g
Carbs
1g
Fiber
3g
Sugar
700mg
Sodium
- 1 lb Ground Beef
- 1/2 lb Ground Pork
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup Milk
- 1 Egg
- 1, finely chopped Onion
- 1/4 tsp each Allspice & Nutmeg
- 4 tbsp Butter
- 3 tbsp Flour
- 2 cups Beef Broth
- 1/2 cup Heavy Cream
Equipment Needed
- Skillet
- Mixing Bowls
- Whisk
Let AI Suggest Variations
- Use ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
- Add a splash of soy sauce to the gravy for umami.
- Serve over egg noodles or rice.
- Make a vegetarian version with plant-based ground meat.
Instructions:
1. In a bowl, soak breadcrumbs in milk. Add ground meats, egg, onion, and spices. Mix well and form into small meatballs.
2. In a large skillet, melt 2 tbsp butter and brown the meatballs in batches. Set aside.
3. In the same skillet, melt the remaining 2 tbsp butter. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute.
4. Gradually whisk in beef broth and bring to a boil, stirring until thickened.
5. Stir in heavy cream. Return meatballs to the skillet and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
6. Serve with lingonberry jam, mashed potatoes, or noodles.