Thelma Ellison'S Norwegian Meatballs Recipe

Name: Thelma Ellison'S Norwegian Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb. lean ground beef; 1 egg; 6 Tbsp. cracker crumbs; 1/4 c. milk; 3/4 tsp. celery salt; 1/2 tsp. pepper; 1/8 tsp. ground nutmeg; 1 Tbsp. minced onion; 2 Tbsp. butter or margarine; 1 Tbsp. all-purpose flour; 1 c. beef broth

Servings: persons

1
In a large bowl, beat beef, egg, crumbs, milk, celery salt, pepper, nutmeg and onion with electric mixer at high speed until mixture is very smooth and light.
2
Dip hands in cold water and shape meat mixture into 1-inch balls.
3
Melt butter in large heavy skillet over medium heat.
4
Add meatballs without crowding and cook until browned, shaking pan occasionally to brown evenly.
5
Remove from skillet with slotted spoon.
6
Stir flour into pan drippings until smooth.
7
Cook 3 minutes until browned, stirring constantly. Stir in broth and cook, stirring, until slightly thickened. Return meatballs to skillet.
8
Reduce heat; cover and simmer about 15 minutes or until meatballs are cooked through.

402

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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.

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 lb. lean ground beef, 1 egg, 6 Tbsp. cracker crumbs, 1/4 c. milk, and more.

Yes, Thelma Ellison'S Norwegian 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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Thelma Ellison'S Norwegian Meatballs

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Variations & substitutions

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