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Creamy Swedish Meatballs Recipe Easy Homemade with Rich Velvety Gravy

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A comforting and easy recipe for creamy Swedish meatballs with rich, velvety gravy that balances savory warmth with a subtle touch of nutmeg and tangy sour cream.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 pound ground beef (80% lean)
  • 1/2 pound ground pork
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (plain, gluten-free if needed)
  • 1/4 cup milk (whole milk preferred)
  • 1 small onion, finely grated
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter for frying
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend)
  • 2 cups beef broth (homemade or low-sodium store-bought)
  • 1 cup heavy cream or sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, soak the breadcrumbs in milk for about 5 minutes until softened. Finely grate the onion.
  2. Add ground beef, ground pork, soaked breadcrumbs, grated onion, egg, allspice, nutmeg, salt, and pepper to the bowl. Mix gently until just combined.
  3. Form the mixture into small meatballs about 1 inch in diameter. Set aside on a plate.
  4. Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown the meatballs in batches for 6-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through (internal temperature 160°F). Transfer to a plate and tent with foil.
  5. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium-low heat. Sprinkle in flour and whisk continuously to form a smooth roux. Cook for 2-3 minutes until light golden.
  6. Slowly whisk in beef broth, bring to a gentle simmer, and thicken for about 5 minutes. Stir in sour cream (or heavy cream), Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard. Season with salt and pepper.
  7. Return meatballs to the skillet with gravy. Simmer together for 5 minutes to meld flavors.
  8. Serve meatballs over buttery egg noodles, mashed potatoes, or scalloped potatoes.

Notes

Use fresh grated onion for best texture. For dairy-free, substitute sour cream with coconut cream and use dairy-free milk. Gluten-free versions can use gluten-free breadcrumbs and flour. Brown meatballs well for flavor. Avoid overmixing meatball mixture to keep them tender. If gravy is too thick, add broth or cream to loosen.

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