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Swedish Meatballs with Cream Sauce

Deliciously tender and juicy Swedish meatballs served with a rich and creamy sauce, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Swedish
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound ground beef (or a blend of beef and turkey)
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
For the Cream Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons butter (for frying)
  • 2 tablespoons flour (for thickening)
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • to taste Fresh parsley (for garnish)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, milk, egg, salt, pepper, allspice, and nutmeg. Mix well until the ingredients are just combined.
  2. Using your hands, shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. This should yield around 20 meatballs.
Cooking Meatballs
  1. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches and cook until browned on all sides, about 7-10 minutes. Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set aside.
Making Cream Sauce
  1. In the same skillet, sprinkle flour and cook for 1 minute to remove the raw taste. Gradually whisk in the beef broth, then add the heavy cream and soy sauce. Let it simmer for 3-4 minutes, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens.
Final Steps
  1. Add the cooked meatballs back to the skillet, ensuring they are coated in the sauce. Cook for an additional 5-10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
  2. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve over mashed potatoes or egg noodles for a classic presentation.

Notes

To create a well-rounded meal, serve with creamy mashed potatoes or egg noodles. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge or up to 2 months in the freezer.