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 pound Ground Beef; 1 whole Small Onion, Grated; 1/2 cups Dry Bread Crumbs; 2 whole Eggs, Lightly Beaten; 2 cups Half-and-Half, Divided; 2 teaspoons Salt; 1/4 teaspoons Pepper; 1/4 teaspoons Allspice; 1/4 teaspoons Nutmeg; 2 Tablespoons Flour; 1 teaspoon Instant Beef Broth

Servings: persons

1
Combine beef, onion, bread crumbs, eggs, 1/2 cup of half-and-half, salt, pepper, allspice, and nutmeg.
2
Mix well.
3
Form into walnut-sized balls and place on a lightly greased shallow baking pan.
4
Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes or until brown.
5
Measure 2 tablespoons of fat from the baking pan (if there isnt enough fat, use butter to equal 2 tablespoons) and place in a large saucepan.
6
Stir in flour and instant broth.
7
Cook, stirring, for 3-4 minutes.
8
Whisk in remaining 1 1/2 cups half-and-half and continue cooking and stirring until sauce comes to a boil.
9
Simmer for 1 minute.
10
Add meatballs and simmer over low heat until hot.
11
Serve in a chafing dish or over hot buttered noodles.

172

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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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1- 1/2 pound Ground Beef, 1 whole Small Onion, Grated, 1/2 cups Dry Bread Crumbs, 2 whole Eggs, Lightly Beaten, 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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