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Ground Beef Swedish Meatballs with Cream Sauce

Elina James
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dinner
Servings 6 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • For the Meatballs:
  • 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs
  • ¼ cup milk
  • 1 small onion, finely grated
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
  • ¼ tsp allspice
  • 2 tbsp butter or oil (for frying)
  • For the Cream Sauce:
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Optional garnish: chopped fresh parsley

Instructions
 

  • Step 1: Prepare the Meatball Mixture : In a small bowl, soak breadcrumbs in milk for 5 minutes. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, soaked breadcrumbs, grated onion, egg, salt, pepper, nutmeg, and allspice. Mix gently until just combined (do not overmix to keep meatballs tender).
  • Step 2: Form and Brown the Meatballs : Roll mixture into 1-inch meatballs and set aside on a plate. In a large skillet, heat butter or oil over medium heat. Add meatballs in batches, cooking until browned on all sides (about 5–6 minutes). Remove meatballs and set aside.
  • Step 3: Make the Cream Sauce : In the same skillet, melt 2 tbsp butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour to create a roux, cooking for 1–2 minutes until lightly golden. Gradually whisk in beef broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in heavy cream and Worcestershire sauce, simmering for 3–5 minutes until sauce thickens. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Step 4: Combine Meatballs and Sauce : Return browned meatballs to the skillet with the cream sauce. Simmer for an additional 5–7 minutes, allowing meatballs to finish cooking and absorb the sauce.