Swedish Meatballs Recipe

Name: Swedish Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 medium onions, diced; 6 Tbsp. butter or margarine; 3 lb. lean ground beef; 3 slices fresh bread (remove edges); 1/2 c. milk; 1/2 c. milk or cream; 4 eggs; 2 Tbsp. salt; 1 tsp. black pepper; 1 Tbsp. flour; 1 c. beef bouillon; 2 Tbsp. cooking sherry

Servings: persons

4 medium onions, diced
6 Tbsp. butter or margarine
3 lb. lean ground beef
3 slices fresh bread (remove edges)
1/2 c. milk
1/2 c. milk or cream
4 eggs
2 Tbsp. salt
1 tsp. black pepper
1 Tbsp. flour
1 c. beef bouillon
2 Tbsp. cooking sherry

1
Fry onions in butter until golden brown.
2
Drain well.
3
Soak bread in 1/2 cup milk.
4
Combine meat with fried onions, soaked bread, eggs, salt and pepper.
5
Roll into 1-inch balls and fry in butter or oil until evenly brown.
6
Shake pan often to keep balls round.
7
Remove meatballs; drain well.
8
Add flour to the grease and blend well.
9
Add bouillon and milk or cream; stir until sauce is thickened and smooth.
10
Add sherry and additional seasonings, if necessary.
11
Add meatballs; cover and simmer for 1 hour.

1476

kcal

Calories

117

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 medium onions, diced, 6 Tbsp. butter or margarine, 3 lb. lean ground beef, 3 slices fresh bread (remove edges), and more.

Yes, 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!

Swedish Meatballs

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Variations & substitutions

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