Dee's Swedish Meatballs

Get ready to impress your taste buds with Dee's Swedish Meatballs—a comforting classic elevated with a blend of ground beef and pork for rich, tender texture, and a hint of warming spices like allspice and nutmeg for authentic Scandinavian flair. These perfectly browned, juicy meatballs are simmered in a luscious, creamy gravy made from beef broth, heavy cream, and a touch of soy sauce and Dijon mustard, creating a velvety sauce that’s as flavorful as it is indulgent. Quick to prep and packed with wholesome ingredients like minced garlic and finely chopped onion, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve them over fluffy mashed potatoes, buttered noodles, or rice, and garnish with fresh parsley for a stunning finishing touch. Whether you're recreating a family favorite or discovering the dish for the first time, these homemade Swedish meatballs are sure to become a mealtime favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground beef
• 0.5 lb Ground pork
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup Milk
• 1 Egg
• 0.5 cup Yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 0.5 tsp Ground allspice
• 0.25 tsp Ground nutmeg
• 3 tbsp Butter
• 3 tbsp All-purpose flour
• 2 cups Beef broth
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 1 tbsp Soy sauce
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, allspice, and nutmeg. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overwork the mixture.

Step 2

Roll the meat mixture into small, evenly-sized meatballs, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter. Set aside on a plate or tray.

Step 3

Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches, taking care not to overcrowd the pan. Brown the meatballs on all sides, about 5-7 minutes per batch. They do not need to be fully cooked through at this point. Remove the browned meatballs and set them aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Sprinkle in the flour and whisk continuously for 1-2 minutes, until the mixture turns a golden brown color.

Step 5

Slowly pour in the beef broth, whisking constantly to prevent lumps from forming. Once smooth, stir in the heavy cream, soy sauce, and Dijon mustard. Let the gravy simmer for 2-3 minutes to thicken.

Step 6

Return the meatballs to the skillet, nestling them into the gravy. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until the meatballs are fully cooked and reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).

Step 7

Taste the gravy and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if necessary.

Step 8

Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired, and serve hot over noodles, mashed potatoes, or rice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1622.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2899.3

Total Fat 215.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 96.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 905.3mg	0%
Sodium 6511.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 74.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.9g	0%
Total Sugars 10.4g
Protein 153.0g	0%

Vitamin D 81.6IU	0%
Calcium 315.7mg	0%
Iron 15.4mg	0%
Potassium 1762.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 68.1%

Protein: 21.5%

Carbs: 10.4%