Luchow'S Swedish Meatballs Recipe

Name: Luchow'S Swedish Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb beef; 1 lb pork loin; 1 lb veal; 2 tablespoons chopped shallots; 2 garlic cloves, mashed; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill; 1 cup cream, whipped; 2 eggs, beaten; 1/2 cup sugar; salt; pepper; 1/8 teaspoon cayenne; 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; 4 tablespoons butter; cream

Servings: persons

1 lb beef
1 lb pork loin
1 lb veal
2 tablespoons chopped shallots
2 garlic cloves, mashed
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
1 cup cream, whipped
2 eggs, beaten
1/2 cup sugar
salt
pepper
1/8 teaspoon cayenne
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
4 tablespoons butter
cream

1
Grind together beef, pork, and veal very fine, twice.
2
Mix meat with shallots, garlic, dill, whipped cream, eggs, and sugar.
3
Add salt and pepper to taste, cayenne, and Worcestershire.
4
Stir and mix thoroughly with a wooden spoon until well blended and smooth.
5
If necessary, add a little more cream.
6
Make into small, neat balls about 1 inch in diameter.
7
Saute in butter very slowly over medium heat.
8
Do not disturb them.
9
When half cooked, about 20 minutes, set pan in moderate oven (350F).
10
After another 20 to 25 minutes, add cream to make a thin gravy.

1107

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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.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb beef, 1 lb pork loin, 1 lb veal, 2 tablespoons chopped shallots, and more.

Yes, Luchow'S 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.

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Luchow'S Swedish Meatballs

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