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Swedish Meatballs Recipe

Classic Swedish meatballs with a creamy gravy sauce.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Swedish
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 500 kcal

Ingredients 

Meatballs

  • 1 lb Ground Beef
  • 1 lb Ground Pork
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs
  • 1 Egg
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • ½ teaspoon Black Pepper
  • ½ teaspoon Allspice
  • ½ cup Onion, finely chopped

Gravy

  • 2 tablespoon Butter
  • 2 tablespoon Flour
  • 2 cups Beef Broth
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream

Instructions 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, pepper, allspice, and chopped onion. Mix until well combined.
  2. Form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a bit of oil. Cook the meatballs in batches until browned on all sides and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, melt butter and whisk in flour to create a roux. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Gradually whisk in beef broth and heavy cream. Bring to a simmer and cook until thickened.
  6. Return the meatballs to the skillet and coat with the gravy. Simmer for a few more minutes until heated through.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 500kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 150mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 600mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 3mg

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