Swedish Meatballs Recipe

Name: Swedish Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 slices seedless rye bread, torn into quarters; 3 cups beef broth; 1 cup sour cream; 2 lbs lean ground beef (85%); 2 large egg yolks; salt; pepper; ½ teaspoon ground allspice; ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter; 2 onions, minced; ½ cup all-purpose flour; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 tablespoon minced fresh dill

Servings: persons

4 slices seedless rye bread, torn into quarters
3 cups beef broth
1 cup sour cream
2 lbs lean ground beef (85%)
2 large egg yolks
salt
pepper
½ teaspoon ground allspice
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 onions, minced
½ cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon minced fresh dill

1
Adjust oven rack to middle position and heat oven to 475 degrees.
2
Place wire rack in foil-lined rimmed baking sheet.
3
Mash bread, 1/2 cup broth, and 1/2 cup sour cream into paste in large bowl using fork.
4
Mix in ground beef, egg yolks, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp pepper, allspice, nutmeg using hands.
5
Pinch off and roll mixture into tablespoon-size meatballs (about 60 meatballs total) and arrange on prepared baking sheet.
6
Bake until lightly browned, about 15 minutes.
7
Transfer meatballs to slow cooker, discarding rendered fat.
8
Melt butter in a 12-inch skillet over med-high heat.
9
Add onions and cook until softened and lightly browned, 8-10 minutes.
10
Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute.
11
Slowly whisk in remaining 2 1/2 cups broth and soy sauce, scraping up any browned bits and smoothing out any lumps.
12
Pour mixture over meatballs, cover, and cook until meatballs are tender, 4-6 hours on LOW.
13
Let meatballs and sauce settle for 5 minutes, then remove fat from surface using large spoon.
14
In bowl, combine 1 cup hot cooking liquid with remaining 1/2 cup sour cream (to temper), then gently stir mixture into meatballs.
15
Gently stir in dill, season with salt and pepper to taste and serve.

953

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* 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: 4 slices seedless rye bread, torn into quarters, 3 cups beef broth, 1 cup sour cream, 2 lbs lean ground beef (85%), 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.

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Swedish Meatballs

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