The Best Swedish Meatballs

Why Make This Recipe

Swedish Meatballs are a warm and comforting dish that many families enjoy. They are soft, flavorful, and served with a creamy sauce that makes every bite satisfying. If you’re looking for a cozy and easy meal, this is a great choice.

This recipe is perfect for both busy weeknights and relaxed weekends. It doesn’t take a lot of time, and the ingredients are simple. You can serve the meatballs with mashed potatoes, noodles, or even rice.

These Swedish Meatballs taste just like the ones from restaurants, but better because they are homemade. Your family will love them, and you’ll love how easy they are to make.

How to Make Swedish Meatballs

Ingredients:
For the Meatballs

• 1 pound ground beef
• ¼ cup bread crumbs
• 2 tablespoons parsley (chopped)
• ¼ teaspoon allspice
• ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
• ¼ cup onion (finely chopped)
• 1 egg
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and pepper (to taste)

For the Gravy

• 3 tablespoons butter
• 3 tablespoons flour
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• Salt and pepper (to taste)

Directions:

1. In a large bowl, mix together ground beef, bread crumbs, parsley, allspice, nutmeg, onion, egg, salt, and pepper.
2. Form into small round balls.
3. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Cook meatballs until browned on all sides and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, melt butter. Add flour and stir until smooth.
5. Slowly whisk in beef broth and cook until thickened.
6. Stir in heavy cream, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, salt, and pepper.
7. Add the meatballs back into the skillet. Let them simmer in the sauce for a few minutes until fully coated and warm.
8. Serve hot with mashed potatoes, noodles, or rice.