Swedish meatballs and noodles make for a delicious and comforting dish! Here’s a simple recipe you can try:
Ingredients:
- For the meatballs:
- 1 lb ground beef (or a mix of beef and pork)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 egg
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp ground allspice (optional but traditional)
- For the noodles:
- 8 oz egg noodles (or any pasta of your choice)
- For the sauce:
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Make the meatballs:
- In a bowl, mix breadcrumbs and milk. Let it sit for a few minutes until the breadcrumbs absorb the milk.
- Add ground beef, chopped onion, egg, salt, pepper, and allspice to the breadcrumb mixture. Mix everything together until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a bit of oil. Cook the meatballs in batches until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 7-10 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Cook the noodles:
- Cook the egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Make the sauce:
- In the same skillet used for the meatballs, melt butter over medium heat.
- Stir in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until lightly browned.
- Gradually whisk in beef broth, making sure there are no lumps. Cook until the sauce thickens, stirring occasionally, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine everything:
- Add the cooked meatballs to the sauce and simmer for a few minutes to heat through.
- Serve the meatballs and sauce over the cooked egg noodles.
- Garnish and serve:
- Optionally, garnish with chopped parsley or lingonberry jam on the side for a traditional Swedish touch.
Enjoy your Swedish meatballs and noodles! It’s a hearty dish that’s perfect for a comforting meal.