Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
0.5 lb

ground beef

0.5 lb

pork sausage

0.75 cup

soft bread crumbs

2 tbsp

minced onions

minced

1 tsp

salt

0.25 tsp

pepper

0.25 tsp

allspice

1 unit

egg

beaten

0.25 cup

milk

3 unit

beef bouillon cubes

2 cup

water

boiling

2 tbsp

flour

1 cup

milk

Step 1
~5 min

Combine ground beef, pork sausage, bread crumbs, minced onions, salt, pepper, allspice, beaten egg, and milk in a bowl.

Step 2
~5 min

Mix all ingredients thoroughly.

Step 3
~5 min

Form the mixture into approximately 24 meatballs.

Step 4
~5 min

Heat a skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 5
~5 min

Brown the meatballs on all sides in the hot skillet.

Step 6
~5 min

While meatballs are browning, dissolve 3 beef bouillon cubes in 2 cups of boiling water to create beef broth.

Step 7
~5 min

Pour the beef broth over the browned meatballs in the skillet.

Step 8
~5 min

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes.

Step 9
~5 min

Remove the meatballs from the pan, leaving the beef broth behind.

Step 10
~5 min

In a separate bowl or measuring cup, whisk together 2 tablespoons of flour and 1 cup of milk until smooth.

Step 11
~5 min

Slowly pour the flour-milk mixture into the beef broth in the skillet, stirring constantly to prevent lumps.

Step 12
~5 min

Cook the gravy over medium heat, stirring continuously, until it thickens.

Step 13
~5 min

Return the meatballs to the pan, coating them evenly with the gravy.

Step 14
~5 min

Serve the Swedish meatballs hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

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.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Meatballs can be prepared ahead and refrigerated.

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 lingonberry jam.

Garnish with fresh parsley.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mashed Potatoes
Egg Noodles
Green Beans

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Sweden

Cultural Significance

A staple of Swedish cuisine, often served at special occasions.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Midsummer

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Holiday
Comfort Food

Popularity Score

70/100

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