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Recipe by:

Dana Ramsey

Comforting Swedish Meatballs in Creamy Gravy

Swedish meatballs are tender, flavorful bites simmered in a creamy gravy, perfect for cozy gatherings during the holiday season.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Swedish
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Group: For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound ground beef (80/20 blend)
  • ½ pound ground pork
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs
  • ¼ cup milk
  • ¼ cup finely chopped onion
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • a pinch allspice
Group: For the Gravy
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups beef broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Cookie scoop

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef and ground pork. Add breadcrumbs, milk, chopped onion, egg, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and allspice. The aroma of garlic and onion fills the air as you mix everything gently with your hands until just combined.
  2. Using a cookie scoop or your hands, form the mixture into balls about 1 inch in diameter. The texture should feel slightly sticky, which indicates that they will be nicely moist after cooking.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a tablespoon of olive oil. In batches, add the meatballs to the pan and cook until browned on all sides, about 7-8 minutes, enjoying the rich, nutty aroma as they brown.
  4. After cooking the meatballs, remove them from the skillet and set aside. Add butter to the pan, letting it melt, then whisk in flour to create a roux. Gradually whisk in beef broth and bring to a simmer, stirring continuously until thickened. Stir in heavy cream and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Return the meatballs to the skillet with the gravy and let them simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing them to soak up the delicious flavor while the gravy thickens.
  6. Arrange the meatballs on a platter, drench them in creamy gravy, and sprinkle with fresh parsley. The sight of these Swedish meatballs will surely be a highlight of your holiday gatherings!

Notes

These meatballs freeze beautifully! Make a double batch and save some for busy weeknights.