Family Favorite Swedish Meatballs Recipe

Name: Family Favorite Swedish Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1- 1/4 pound Ground Turkey Or Beef; 3/4 cups Dried Bread Crumbs; ⅓ cups Finely Chopped Onion (or 1-2 T Dried Minced); 1 Tablespoon Parsley Flakes; ⅛ teaspoons Nutmeg; 1 whole Beaten Egg; 2- 1/4 cups Milk, Divided; 2 Tablespoons Flour; 2 teaspoons Beef Bouillon Granules (or 2 Cubes); ⅛ teaspoons Pepper; 1/2 teaspoons Salt, Or To Taste

Servings: persons

1- 1/4 pound Ground Turkey Or Beef
3/4 cups Dried Bread Crumbs
⅓ cups Finely Chopped Onion (or 1-2 T Dried Minced)
1 Tablespoon Parsley Flakes
⅛ teaspoons Nutmeg
1 whole Beaten Egg
2- 1/4 cups Milk, Divided
2 Tablespoons Flour
2 teaspoons Beef Bouillon Granules (or 2 Cubes)
⅛ teaspoons Pepper
1/2 teaspoons Salt, Or To Taste

1
In medium bowl, mix meat, bread crumbs, onion, parsley and nutmeg.
2
Beat egg and 1/4 cup milk together and add to the meat mixture.
3
Blend together until combined.
4
Shape into 25-30 meatballs (depending on size).
5
Bake in a 375F oven for 20-25 minutes, until done.
6
While meatballs are cooking, in large skillet on the stove, whisk together the remaining 2 cups milk, flour, bouillon and pepper.
7
Cook over medium heat until thickened, then add the salt.
8
After meatballs are done, add them to the skillet, and coat with sauce.
9
Serve over rice or pasta.

152

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Protein

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* 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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1- 1/4 pound Ground Turkey Or Beef, 3/4 cups Dried Bread Crumbs, ⅓ cups Finely Chopped Onion (or 1-2 T Dried Minced), 1 Tablespoon Parsley Flakes, and more.

Yes, Family Favorite Swedish Meatballs 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!

Family Favorite Swedish Meatballs

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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