Best Swedish Meatballs

 

Ingredients:

- 1 pound ground beef

- 1/2 pound ground pork

- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs

- 1/4 cup milk

- 1 small onion, finely chopped

- 1 egg

- 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice

- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

- Salt and pepper to taste

- 2 tablespoons butter

- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

- 2 cups beef broth

- 1/2 cup heavy cream

Instructions:

1. In a small bowl, combine breadcrumbs and milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes until the breadcrumbs absorb the milk.

2. In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, ground pork, soaked breadcrumbs, chopped onion, egg, allspice, nutmeg, salt, and pepper until well combined.

3. Shape the meat mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.

4. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes. Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set aside.

5. In the same skillet, sprinkle the flour over the remaining butter and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.

6. Gradually whisk in the beef broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

7. Stir in the heavy cream and return the meatballs to the skillet. Simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes, until the meatballs are cooked through and the sauce has thickened.

8. Serve the Swedish meatballs hot, garnished with chopped parsley if desired. They are delicious served over mashed potatoes or egg noodles.

Enjoy your homemade Swedish meatballs!