Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1.5 lb

lean ground beef

0.5 cup

bread crumbs

1 tbsp

minced onion

minced

1 tsp

salt

0.5 tsp

sugar

0.5 tsp

allspice

0.5 tsp

Accent

0.5 cup

water

3 tbsp

vegetable oil

3 tbsp

butter

1 unit

cream of mushroom soup

0.67 cup

water

Step 1
~4 min

In a large bowl, combine ground beef, bread crumbs, minced onion, salt, sugar, allspice, Accent, and water.

Step 2
~4 min

Mix lightly until well blended, avoiding overmixing to maintain tenderness.

Step 3
~4 min

Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs.

Step 4
~4 min

Heat vegetable oil and butter in a large frying pan over medium heat.

Step 5
~4 min

Add the meatballs to the pan, ensuring not to overcrowd it.

Step 6
~4 min

Sauté the meatballs, turning frequently, for about 15 minutes, or until evenly browned on all sides and cooked through.

Step 7
~4 min

Remove the meatballs from the pan and set aside to keep warm.

Step 8
~4 min

In the same pan, add the cream of mushroom or cream of celery soup and water.

Step 9
~4 min

Stir to combine and bring the sauce to a simmer, allowing it to thicken slightly.

Step 10
~4 min

Return the meatballs to the pan, ensuring they are coated with the sauce.

Step 11
~4 min

Simmer gently for an additional 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 12
~4 min

Serve hot with mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or lingonberry jam as desired.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Do not overmix the meatball mixture to avoid tough meatballs.

Brown the meatballs in batches to ensure even browning.

Serve with lingonberry jam for a traditional Swedish flavor combination.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Meatballs can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate (savory and creamy)
Noise Level
Low (sautéing and simmering)
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Mashed potatoes

Egg noodles

Lingonberry jam

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Pickled cucumbers
Green salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Sweden

Cultural Significance

A classic Swedish dish often served at celebrations and holidays.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Midsummer

Occasion Tags

Family dinner
Holiday
Party

Popularity Score

70/100

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