Mom's Swedish Meatballs

Bring the comforting flavors of home to your table with Mom's Swedish Meatballs—a classic recipe that's as heartwarming as it is delicious. Juicy ground beef and pork are blended with panko breadcrumbs, fragrant allspice, and a touch of nutmeg, then browned to perfection and simmered in a luxuriously creamy gravy made from beef broth and heavy cream. This nostalgic dish is perfect for cozy family dinners and pairs beautifully with creamy mashed potatoes, buttery egg noodles, or fluffy rice. With a quick prep time and simple step-by-step instructions, this authentic Swedish meatball recipe is easy enough for weeknights but special enough to impress guests. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color, and enjoy this timeless comfort food!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

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 Panko breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup Whole milk
• 1 Egg
• 1 small Yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 0.5 tsp Allspice
• 0.25 tsp Nutmeg
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 4 tbsp Butter
• 3 tbsp All-purpose flour
• 2 cups Beef broth
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 2 tbsp Vegetable oil (for frying)
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs and milk. Let it sit for 2-3 minutes to allow the breadcrumbs to absorb the liquid.

Step 2

Add the ground beef, ground pork, egg, chopped onion, minced garlic, allspice, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

Step 3

Using your hands or a small cookie scoop, shape the meat mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on a baking sheet or plate.

Step 4

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Working in batches, add the meatballs and cook until they are browned on all sides, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set aside.

Step 5

In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the all-purpose flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 1-2 minutes to create a roux.

Step 6

Gradually whisk in the beef broth, making sure to avoid lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer and allow it to thicken, about 4-5 minutes.

Step 7

Stir in the heavy cream and season with additional salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 8

Return the browned meatballs to the skillet, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until the meatballs are fully cooked and the sauce is rich and creamy.

Step 9

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1594.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3105.1

Total Fat 252.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 106.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.3g
Cholesterol 960.1mg	0%
Sodium 5219.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 49.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.4g	0%
Total Sugars 7.5g
Protein 155.7g	0%

Vitamin D 83.8IU	0%
Calcium 302.1mg	0%
Iron 14.4mg	0%
Potassium 1727.8mg	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: 73.5%

Protein: 20.2%

Carbs: 6.4%