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Classic Cozy Swedish Meatballs Recipe Easy Homemade with Creamy Gravy

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Tender and juicy Swedish meatballs made with a mix of ground beef and pork, served in a rich and creamy gravy with a subtle tang from Dijon mustard and Worcestershire sauce. A comforting and easy recipe perfect for cozy dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 pound ground pork
  • 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs (Panko preferred)
  • 1/4 cup whole milk
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely minced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon allspice
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups beef broth (low-sodium preferred)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Instructions

  1. Soak the breadcrumbs in milk for about 5 minutes until softened. Finely mince the onion and garlic.
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, soaked breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic, allspice, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
  3. Roll the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs (about 1.5 inches diameter), approximately 20 meatballs. Place on a plate or baking sheet.
  4. Heat 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown meatballs in batches for 5-6 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides but not fully cooked. Transfer to a plate.
  5. Reduce heat to medium-low and melt remaining tablespoon of butter in the skillet. Stir in flour and cook for about 2 minutes to form a roux.
  6. Slowly whisk in beef broth, scraping up browned bits. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook until thickened, about 5 minutes.
  7. Stir in heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Return meatballs to the skillet, spoon gravy over them, cover, and simmer gently for 10-15 minutes until meatballs are fully cooked (internal temperature 160°F).
  9. Serve meatballs and gravy over mashed potatoes, buttered noodles, or your preferred side.

Notes

Do not overmix the meat mixture to keep meatballs tender. Brown meatballs over medium heat for a golden crust without burning. Whisk constantly when adding broth to avoid lumps in gravy. If gravy thickens too much, loosen with broth or cream. Meatballs can be baked at 400°F for 20 minutes as an alternative to frying.

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