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Creamy Swedish Meatballs Recipe Easy Homemade with Rich Brown Sauce

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Tender Swedish meatballs made with a blend of ground beef and pork, soaked breadcrumbs, and warm spices, simmered in a rich, creamy brown sauce with Dijon mustard and Worcestershire sauce. Perfect for cozy dinners and quick weeknight meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 lb ground beef (80/20)
  • 1/2 lb ground pork
  • 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs (panko preferred)
  • 1/4 cup whole milk
  • 1 small onion, finely minced
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp ground allspice
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Combine breadcrumbs and milk in a small bowl; soak for 5 minutes until softened.
  2. In a large bowl, mix ground beef, ground pork, soaked breadcrumbs, minced onion, beaten egg, salt, pepper, allspice, nutmeg, and parsley gently until just combined.
  3. Shape mixture into 1-inch diameter meatballs using hands or a small cookie scoop.
  4. Place meatballs on a baking sheet or plate and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes.
  5. Heat 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown meatballs in batches, turning occasionally, about 6-8 minutes total. Transfer browned meatballs to a plate.
  6. In the same skillet, melt remaining 1 tablespoon butter over medium-low heat. Whisk in flour and cook 2-3 minutes until golden brown and nutty.
  7. Slowly whisk in beef broth, scraping browned bits from pan. Simmer and thicken for 5 minutes.
  8. Stir in heavy cream, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and season with salt and pepper. Cook 2-3 minutes until smooth and creamy.
  9. Add browned meatballs back to the sauce. Cover and simmer on low heat for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through and tender.
  10. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed before serving.

Notes

Do not overmix the meat to keep meatballs tender. Chill meatballs before cooking to help them hold shape. Brown meatballs gently over medium heat. Use good quality beef broth for best flavor. Add cream last to keep sauce silky. If sauce thickens too much, loosen with broth or cream. Avoid stirring vigorously once meatballs are in sauce to prevent breaking.

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