Follow these steps for perfect results
ground beef
pork sausage
soft bread crumbs
minced onions
minced
salt
pepper
allspice
egg
beaten
milk
beef bouillon cubes
water
boiling
flour
milk
Combine ground beef, pork sausage, bread crumbs, minced onions, salt, pepper, allspice, beaten egg, and milk in a bowl.
Mix all ingredients thoroughly.
Form the mixture into approximately 24 meatballs.
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat.
Brown the meatballs on all sides in the hot skillet.
While meatballs are browning, dissolve 3 beef bouillon cubes in 2 cups of boiling water to create beef broth.
Pour the beef broth over the browned meatballs in the skillet.
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes.
Remove the meatballs from the pan, leaving the beef broth behind.
In a separate bowl or measuring cup, whisk together 2 tablespoons of flour and 1 cup of milk until smooth.
Slowly pour the flour-milk mixture into the beef broth in the skillet, stirring constantly to prevent lumps.
Cook the gravy over medium heat, stirring continuously, until it thickens.
Return the meatballs to the pan, coating them evenly with the gravy.
Serve the Swedish meatballs hot.
Expert advice for the best results
For extra flavor, add a splash of Worcestershire sauce to the meatball mixture.
Brown the meatballs in batches to avoid overcrowding the skillet.
Everything you need to know before you start
20 minutes
Meatballs can be prepared ahead and refrigerated.
Serve over mashed potatoes or egg noodles.
Serve with lingonberry jam.
Garnish with fresh parsley.
Pairs well with the savory flavors.
Light-bodied red wine.
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A staple of Swedish cuisine, often served at special occasions.
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