Classic Swedish Meatballs Recipe

Name: Classic Swedish Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1-2/3 cups evaporated milk, divided; 2/3 cup chopped onion; 1/4 cup fine dry bread crumbs; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon allspice; Dash pepper; 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean); 2 teaspoons butter; 2 teaspoons beef bouillon granules; 1 cup boiling water; 1/2 cup cold water; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; Canned lingonberries, optional

Servings: persons

1-2/3 cups evaporated milk, divided
2/3 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup fine dry bread crumbs
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon allspice
Dash pepper
1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
2 teaspoons butter
2 teaspoons beef bouillon granules
1 cup boiling water
1/2 cup cold water
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Canned lingonberries, optional

1
Combine 2/3 cup evaporated milk with the next 5 ingredients. Add beef; mix lightly. Refrigerate until chilled.
2
With wet hands, shape meat mixture into 1-in. balls. In a large skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Brown meatballs in batches. Dissolve bouillon in boiling water. Pour over meatballs; bring to a boil. Cover; simmer 15 minutes.
3
Meanwhile, stir together cold water and flour. Remove meatballs from skillet; skim fat, reserving juices. Add flour mixture and remaining evaporated milk to pan juices; cook, uncovered, over low heat, stirring until sauce thickens.
4
Return meatballs to skillet. Stir in lemon juice. If desired, top with lingonberries.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1-2/3 cups evaporated milk, divided, 2/3 cup chopped onion, 1/4 cup fine dry bread crumbs, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Classic Swedish Meatballs falls under the Drinks & Smoothies category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Classic Swedish Meatballs

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