Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Swedish Meatballs with Gravy, a classic dish that combines juicy meatballs enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce. Perfect for cozy family dinners or festive gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe will have everyone asking for seconds. Experience the delectable aroma wafting through your kitchen as you create a meal that feels like a warm hug.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (mix of lean and fatty)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (preferably fine)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 tbsp butter (divided)
- 3 tbsp flour
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, beaten egg, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into small balls about one inch in diameter.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter and brown the meatballs in batches until golden on all sides (about 6-8 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, whisk together remaining butter and flour until bubbly. Gradually stir in beef broth while scraping up bits from the pan.
- Once thickened, reduce heat and stir in cream, soy sauce, and Worcestershire sauce. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Return meatballs to the skillet and simmer gently for about 10 minutes until heated through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Swedish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 4 meatballs with gravy (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg