Description

Classic Swedish comfort food featuring tender meatballs smothered in rich brown gravy, paired with buttery mashed potatoes for a warm and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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1/2 lb ground beef
1/2 lb ground pork
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup milk
1 small onion, finely grated
1 egg
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons butter, for frying
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups beef broth
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Salt and black pepper, to taste
2 lbs potatoes, peeled and cubed
1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup butter
Salt, to taste

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Instructions

In a small bowl, soak breadcrumbs in milk for 5 minutes. In a large bowl, combine all meatball ingredients and the soaked breadcrumbs. Mix until well combined.
Shape into small balls and place on a tray.
Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat. Fry meatballs in batches until browned on all sides and cooked through. Set aside.
In the same skillet, melt butter for the gravy. Whisk in flour and cook for 1–2 minutes.
Slowly whisk in beef broth, then cream. Stir in Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Simmer until thickened.
Return meatballs to the skillet and coat in gravy. Simmer for 5 more minutes.
Meanwhile, boil potatoes until fork tender. Drain and mash with milk, butter, and salt until smooth.
Serve meatballs and gravy over mashed potatoes. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.

Notes

Use a mix of beef and pork for best flavor and texture.
Adjust the thickness of the gravy with more or less broth as needed.
Lingonberry jam on the side is a traditional Swedish accompaniment.
Meatballs can be made ahead and frozen.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate
Calories: 670
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 620mg
Fat: 42g
Saturated Fat: 22g
Unsaturated Fat: 18g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 150mg