Swedish Meat Balls Recipe

Name: Swedish Meat Balls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 c. fine bread crumbs; 1 c. milk; 2 lb. ground beef; 1 c. finely chopped onion; 2 eggs, slightly beaten; 1 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. pepper; 1 tsp. nutmeg; 1/2 c. butter; 1/4 c. flour; 3 beef bouillon cubes; 3 c. hot water; 1 c. milk; 1 c. half and half cream

Servings: persons

1 c. fine bread crumbs
1 c. milk
2 lb. ground beef
1 c. finely chopped onion
2 eggs, slightly beaten
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 c. butter
1/4 c. flour
3 beef bouillon cubes
3 c. hot water
1 c. milk
1 c. half and half cream

1
Soften bread crumbs in milk.
2
Add beef, onions, eggs and seasoning.
3
Brown in butter.
4
Remove meat balls.
5
Stir in flour. Blend well.
6
Dissolve cubes in hot water.
7
Add to flour.
8
Add milk and cream.
9
Cook.
10
Stir constantly until smooth (3 minutes).
11
Add meat balls.
12
Simmer 10 to 15 minutes until sauce is desired consistency.

1280

kcal

Calories

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 c. fine bread crumbs, 1 c. milk, 2 lb. ground beef, 1 c. finely chopped onion, and more.

Yes, Swedish Meat Balls 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 Meat Balls

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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