Swedish Cocktail Meatballs Recipe

Name: Swedish Cocktail Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 lb. lean ground beef; 1/2 lb. ground seasoned sausage; 1/2 c. fine dry bread crumbs (unseasoned); 1 egg; 1/2 tsp. salt, divided; 1/8 tsp. pepper; 1/8 tsp. ground nutmeg; 2 Tbsp. butter, divided; 1/4 c. finely chopped onion; 1/4 c. finely chopped celery; 2 Tbsp. all-purpose flour; 1 c. milk; 2 Tbsp. snipped fresh parsley; dash of ground nutmeg; 1/2 c. dairy sour cream

Servings: persons

1/2 lb. lean ground beef
1/2 lb. ground seasoned sausage
1/2 c. fine dry bread crumbs (unseasoned)
1 egg
1/2 tsp. salt, divided
1/8 tsp. pepper
1/8 tsp. ground nutmeg
2 Tbsp. butter, divided
1/4 c. finely chopped onion
1/4 c. finely chopped celery
2 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
1 c. milk
2 Tbsp. snipped fresh parsley
dash of ground nutmeg
1/2 c. dairy sour cream

1
In large mixing bowl, combine beef, sausage, bread crumbs, egg, 1/4 teaspoon salt, pepper and 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg.
2
Mix thoroughly and set aside.
3
In large skillet, melt 1 tablespoon butter.
4
Add onion and celery.
5
Cook and stir over medium heat until tender.
6
Stir into meat mixture.
7
Shape by rounded teaspoonfuls into balls.
8
In large skillet, melt remaining 1 tablespoon butter.
9
Add meatballs and cook over medium heat until firm and golden brown.
10
Remove and drain on paper towels.

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 lb. lean ground beef, 1/2 lb. ground seasoned sausage, 1/2 c. fine dry bread crumbs (unseasoned), 1 egg, and more.

Yes, Swedish Cocktail 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!

Swedish Cocktail Meatballs

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Variations & substitutions

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