Creamy Swedish Meatballs: 30-Minute Rich Comfort Classic
Tender beef meatballs simmered in a creamy, savory gravy for a comforting Swedish classic.
Ingredients
1/2 pound ground beef
1/2 cup fresh breadcrumbs
1/4 cup milk
1 small onion finely grated
1 large egg
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Salt and black pepper to taste
3 tablespoons butter divided
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups beef broth
3/4 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Fresh parsley chopped for garnish
Instructions
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Soak breadcrumbs in milk for 5 minutes.
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Mix meats, onion, egg, soaked breadcrumbs, and spices gently.
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Form into small meatballs.
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Brown meatballs in butter and set aside.
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Make roux with remaining butter and flour.
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Whisk in broth and simmer until thickened.
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Stir in cream and mustard.
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Return meatballs and simmer 10 to 15 minutes.
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Garnish with parsley and serve.
Notes
Do not overmix meat to keep texture tender.
Simmer sauce gently to avoid separation.
Reheat slowly with a splash of broth if needed.