Swedish Meatballs Recipe

Name: Swedish Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lb. ground beef; 1 (3 oz.) can fried onion rings, finely crushed; 1 1/2 c. dry breadcrumbs; 1 1/2 tsp. salt; 1 tsp. ground nutmeg; 1 tsp. paprika; 1/4 tsp. pepper; 2 eggs, beaten; 1/2 c. milk; 1/4 c. melted butter or margarine; 1/4 c. all-purpose flour; 1 (10 1/2 oz.) can beef consomme (undiluted); 1/2 c. water; 1 c. commercial sour cream; hot cooked rice (optional)

Servings: persons

1 1/2 lb. ground beef
1 (3 oz.) can fried onion rings, finely crushed
1 1/2 c. dry breadcrumbs
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. ground nutmeg
1 tsp. paprika
1/4 tsp. pepper
2 eggs, beaten
1/2 c. milk
1/4 c. melted butter or margarine
1/4 c. all-purpose flour
1 (10 1/2 oz.) can beef consomme (undiluted)
1/2 c. water
1 c. commercial sour cream
hot cooked rice (optional)

1
Combine the first 9 ingredients; mix well and shape into 1-inch balls.
2
Saute in butter in a 3-quart Dutch oven until browned; drain meat well and set aside.
3
Blend flour into hot pan drippings, stirring until smooth.
4
Cook over medium heat for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
5
Gradually add consomme and water; cook, stirring constantly, until thickened.
6
Stir in sour cream. Reduce heat and heat gently.
7
Add meatballs; heat thoroughly. Serve over hot cooked rice, if desired.
8
Yields 6 to 8 servings.

1231

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 lb. ground beef, 1 (3 oz.) can fried onion rings, finely crushed, 1 1/2 c. dry breadcrumbs, 1 1/2 tsp. salt, 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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