Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
2 unit

eggs

lightly beaten

1 cup

milk

whole

1 cup

bread crumbs

dry

0.5 cup

onion

finely chopped

2 tsp

salt

2 tsp

sugar

0.5 tsp

ground ginger

ground

0.5 tsp

nutmeg

ground

0.5 tsp

allspice

ground

0.25 tsp

pepper

ground

2 pound

ground beef

extra-lean

1 pound

ground pork

2 tbsp

onion

finely chopped

3 tbsp

butter

5 tbsp

flour

all-purpose

4 cup

beef broth

0.5 cup

heavy whipping cream

1 dash

cayenne pepper

ground

1 dash

white pepper

ground

Step 1
~4 min

In a large bowl, combine eggs, milk, bread crumbs, chopped onion, salt, sugar, ginger, nutmeg, allspice, and pepper.

Step 2
~4 min

Let the mixture stand until the bread crumbs absorb the milk.

Step 3
~4 min

Add ground beef and ground pork; stir until well blended.

Step 4
~4 min

Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs.

Step 5
~4 min

Place the meatballs on a greased rack in a shallow baking pan.

Step 6
~4 min

Bake at 400°F (200°C) until browned and a thermometer reads 160°F (70°C), about 18 minutes.

Step 7
~4 min

Drain the meatballs and set aside.

Step 8
~4 min

For the gravy, sauté finely chopped onion in butter in a large skillet until tender.

Step 9
~4 min

Stir in flour and brown lightly.

Step 10
~4 min

Slowly add beef broth, cooking and stirring until the gravy is smooth and thickened.

Step 11
~4 min

Blend in heavy whipping cream, cayenne pepper, and white pepper.

Step 12
~4 min

Gently stir in the meatballs and heat through, but do not boil.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For extra flavor, brown the meatballs in the skillet before baking.

Use a blend of ground beef and pork for the best texture and flavor.

Add a splash of sherry or wine to the gravy for added depth of flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Meatballs can be made ahead and refrigerated or frozen.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with mashed potatoes

Serve with egg noodles

Serve with lingonberry jam

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mashed Potatoes
Egg Noodles
Lingonberry Jam

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Scandinavia

Cultural Significance

Traditional Scandinavian comfort food.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Family Gatherings

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Holiday Meal
Comfort Food

Popularity Score

70/100

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