Description
A comforting recipe for Classic Swedish Meatballs served in a creamy Dijon gravy, perfect for family gatherings and special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (or a mix of beef and pork)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (or crushed crackers for gluten-free)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (or coconut milk for dairy-free)
- 1 minced onion
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp nutmeg
- 1 tsp allspice
- 1 tsp white pepper
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp butter (for browning)
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tbsp flour (for thickening gravy)
- Fresh parsley or chives (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the ground meat, breadcrumbs, minced onion, heavy cream, egg, and spices. Mix gently to avoid tough meatballs.
- Wet your hands slightly and roll the mixture into balls about one inch in diameter.
- Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat and brown the meatballs on all sides for about 5-7 minutes. They don’t have to be fully cooked through.
- Add more butter, sauté sliced onions until translucent, then sprinkle in flour and whisk gradually with beef broth and cream, followed by Dijon and seasonings. Let it thicken.
- Return browned meatballs to the skillet, allowing them to simmer in the gravy for an additional 10 minutes.
- Serve on a bed of creamy mashed potatoes or alongside sautéed vegetables.
Notes
For a lighter option, use turkey meat. Pair with lingonberry sauce and a side salad.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Swedish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Swedish meatballs, classic comfort food, creamy gravy, dinner recipe, family meal