Swedish Meatball Sauce
Elevate your Swedish meatball experience with this luxuriously creamy Swedish Meatball Sauce that's brimming with rich, savory flavors. Crafted from a base of golden roux made with butter and flour, this sauce is perfectly thickened with beef broth and enriched with velvety heavy cream. A touch of Worcestershire sauce and Dijon mustard adds a subtle tangy depth, while a sprinkle of salt and black pepper ensures balanced seasoning. Ready in just 20 minutes, this versatile sauce pairs beautifully with classic Swedish meatballs and complements comforting sides like mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or rice. Garnish with fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness, and enjoy a traditional Scandinavian-inspired meal at its finest. With key ingredients and an easy cooking process, this Swedish Meatball Sauce recipe is your go-to for cozy, flavorful dinners that everyone will adore!
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Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 4 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Beef broth
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat until it's fully melted and begins to bubble slightly.
Step 2
Whisk in the all-purpose flour to create a smooth roux. Stir continuously for 1-2 minutes to cook out the raw flour taste but avoid browning.
Step 3
Gradually pour in the beef broth while whisking constantly to prevent lumps from forming. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Step 4
Stir in the heavy cream, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard until fully combined.
Step 5
Season with salt and ground black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Step 6
Continue to cook the sauce over low heat, stirring frequently, until it thickens to your desired consistency (about 5-7 minutes).
Step 7
Remove the sauce from heat and, if desired, garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Step 8
Pour the sauce over Swedish meatballs and serve immediately over mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or rice.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (254.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 817.0 |
| Total Fat 81.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 48.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 240mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1444.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 1.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 0.5g | |
| Protein 0.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 10.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 57.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories