Tender, spiced Swedish meatballs simmered in a creamy, savory gravy — perfect served over mashed potatoes or noodles for a comforting meal.
For the Meatballs:
1/2 lb ground beef
1/2 lb ground pork
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup milk
1 egg
1/4 small onion, grated
1/4 tsp ground allspice
1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tbsp butter or oil for frying
For the Gravy:
2 tbsp butter
2 tbsp flour
1.5 cups beef broth
1/2 cup heavy cream (or sour cream)
Salt and pepper to taste
Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Soak breadcrumbs in milk for 5–10 minutes.
In a bowl, combine meats, breadcrumb mixture, egg, onion, and spices. Mix gently.
Shape into 1-inch meatballs.
Brown meatballs in batches in a skillet over medium heat. Remove and set aside.
In the same pan, melt butter and whisk in flour. Cook for 1–2 minutes.
Slowly add beef broth, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
Add cream and simmer until thickened. Season to taste.
Return meatballs to pan. Simmer 5–8 minutes until heated through.
Serve with parsley over mashed potatoes or noodles.