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Classic Swedish Meatballs with Creamy Gravy

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Classic Swedish Meatballs with Creamy Gravy are tender, spiced meatballs simmered in a rich, velvety brown cream sauce. Served with mashed potatoes, noodles, or rice and paired with lingonberry jam, this traditional dish is cozy, flavorful, and satisfying.

Ingredients

  1. 1/2 lb ground beef
  2. 1/2 lb ground pork
  3. 1 small onion, grated or finely minced
  4. 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  5. 1 large egg
  6. 1/4 cup milk
  7. 1 tsp salt
  8. 1/2 tsp black pepper
  9. 1/4 tsp ground allspice
  10. 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  11. 2 tbsp olive oil or butter (for frying)
  12. 4 tbsp unsalted butter (for gravy)
  13. 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
  14. 2 cups beef broth
  15. 1 cup heavy cream
  16. 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  17. 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
  18. Salt and black pepper to taste
  19. Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, onion, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, salt, pepper, allspice, and nutmeg. Mix until just combined.

  1. Roll mixture into 1-inch meatballs. Place on a tray and chill for 20–30 minutes.
  2. Heat oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat. Brown meatballs in batches, turning to cook evenly. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, melt butter and whisk in flour to form a roux. Cook 1–2 minutes.
  4. Gradually whisk in beef broth until smooth. Stir in cream, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard. Simmer until thickened.
  5. Return meatballs to skillet. Simmer 10–12 minutes until cooked through and coated in gravy.
  6. Garnish with parsley if desired. Serve warm with mashed potatoes, noodles, or rice, and lingonberry jam on the side.

Notes

  • Chill meatballs before cooking to prevent them from falling apart.
  • A mix of beef and pork provides the best flavor and texture.
  • Dijon mustard adds depth to the gravy but can be omitted.
  • For a lighter version, substitute cream with whole milk or half-and-half.
  • Bake meatballs instead of frying for easier prep.

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