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Easy Swedish Meatball Sauce

Easy Swedish Meatball Sauce - Comfort in Every Bite

This Easy Swedish Meatball Sauce combines rich flavors and creamy texture, perfect over meatballs or pasta for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Swedish
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 cup beef stock can substitute with chicken or vegetable stock
  • 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half for a lighter option
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour use cornstarch mixed with cold water for gluten-free
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce tamari works as a gluten-free substitute
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper adjust to taste
  • ½ teaspoon dried rosemary use fresh rosemary, double the amount
For the Meatballs
  • 10 ounces frozen cooked meatballs can swap with fresh, fully cooked meatballs

Equipment

  • Medium skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium skillet, combine beef stock and heavy cream over medium heat. Stir gently and bring to just below a simmer (about 5 minutes).
  2. Whisk in all-purpose flour until smooth and cook for 2-3 minutes to thicken.
  3. Stir in soy sauce, black pepper, and dried rosemary. Cook for an additional minute.
  4. Reduce heat to low and add thawed meatballs. Cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes.
  5. Stir sauce to ensure meatballs are coated and adjust thickness by adding stock or milk if needed.
  6. Serve over egg noodles, mashed potatoes, or rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 8gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 420mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 350IUCalcium: 60mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

This sauce can be prepared up to three days in advance. Store in an airtight container in the fridge or freeze for up to 3 months.

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