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Classic Swedish Meatballs with Creamy Gravy

Classic Swedish Meatballs with Creamy Gravy for Cozy Nights

Enjoy Classic Swedish Meatballs with Creamy Gravy, a heartwarming dish perfect for cozy nights and family gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Swedish
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Can use lean ground beef for a healthier option.
  • 1 lb Ground Pork Can replace with turkey for a leaner meatball.
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Use gluten-free breadcrumbs for a GF version.
  • 1 medium Grated Onion Finely chopped shallots can be used as an alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Milk Almond milk or any non-dairy milk can be substituted.
  • 1 large Egg Use a flax egg for a vegan version.
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1/2 tsp Allspice
  • 1/2 tsp Nutmeg
For the Gravy
  • 4 tbsp Butter Olive oil can be used for a dairy-free version.
  • 4 tbsp Flour Substitute with cornstarch for a gluten-free option.
  • 2 cups Beef Broth Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Half-and-half or coconut cream can be used for dairy-free.
  • 2 tbsp Soy Sauce Tamari can be substituted for a gluten-free option.
  • 2 tbsp Chopped Parsley For garnish, offering a fresh touch.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Skillet
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, grated onion, milk, egg, salt, black pepper, allspice, and nutmeg. Mix gently until combined.
  3. Scoop out portions of the meat mixture and roll them into uniform 1-inch meatballs. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. Bake the meatballs for about 20 minutes or until they’re golden brown and reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).
  5. Melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat, add 4 tablespoons of flour to create a roux. Whisk in beef broth, heavy cream, and soy sauce until the gravy is smooth and thick.
  6. Once the meatballs are cooked, add them into the creamy gravy, simmer on low heat for another 5 minutes.
  7. Serve the meatballs hot with creamy gravy, garnished with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 4meatballsCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, ensure meatballs are rolled to uniform sizes for even cooking. Allow to simmer in gravy for deeper flavor.

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