Danish Meatballs With Creamy Dill Sauce Recipe

Name: Danish Meatballs With Creamy Dill Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground venison or 1 1/2 lbs ground beef; 1/2 lb ground pork, unseasoned; 2 teaspoons salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 2 eggs; 1/3 cup finely chopped onion; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 2 cups dry breadcrumbs; 1/2 cup melted butter; Creamy Dill Sauce; 1/2 cup butter; 1/4 cup flour; 2 cups chicken broth; 2 cups sour cream; 2 teaspoons dried dill weed; 1/2 teaspoon allspice; salt, to taste; pepper, to taste; paprika

Servings: persons

1 1/2 lbs ground venison or 1 1/2 lbs ground beef
1/2 lb ground pork, unseasoned
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 eggs
1/3 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 cups dry breadcrumbs
1/2 cup melted butter
Creamy Dill Sauce
1/2 cup butter
1/4 cup flour
2 cups chicken broth
2 cups sour cream
2 teaspoons dried dill weed
1/2 teaspoon allspice
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
paprika

1
In a large bowl mix the meat, salt, pepper, eggs, onion and cream.
2
(I use my kitchenaid).
3
With moistened hands (this will be sticky), shape into 1 inch balls.
4
Roll the meatballs in bread crumbs until well coated.
5
Arrange in a single layer on shallow baking pans.
6
Drizzle melted butter over the meatballs.
7
Bake at 375 degrees, turning 3 or 4 times, until evenly browned, about 35 minutes.
8
Meanwhile, make the sauce:
9
Melt butter in a large saucepan over low heat.
10
Whisk in the flour till smooth.
11
Gradually stir in the chicken broth.
12
Continue stirring until thickened and bubbly, then blend in sour cream, dill and seasonings.
13
Place meatballs in a serving dish and cover with the sauce.
14
Serve over egg noodles.

1805

kcal

Calories

138

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 lbs ground venison or 1 1/2 lbs ground beef, 1/2 lb ground pork, unseasoned, 2 teaspoons salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and more.

Yes, Danish Meatballs With Creamy Dill Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Danish Meatballs With Creamy Dill Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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