Authentic Swedish Meatballs Recipe with Creamy Gravy

Name: Authentic Swedish Meatballs Recipe with Creamy Gravy
Total time: 1 hr 10 mins
Ingredients: 0.5 cup milk; 0.33333334326744 cup dry bread crumbs; 2 tablespoons heavy cream; 1 teaspoon heavy cream; 1 large egg; 1 large clove garlic, minced; 0.25 teaspoon salt; 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper; 0.25 teaspoon ground white pepper; 0.25 teaspoon ground allspice; 1 pound ground beef; 0.5 pound ground pork; 0.5 medium onion, minced; 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley; 1 tablespoon salted butter; 2 teaspoons olive oil; 0.33333334326744 cup salted butter; 0.25 cup all-purpose flour; 1 cup vegetable broth; 1 cup beef broth; 1 cup heavy cream; 2 teaspoons soy sauce; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; salt and ground black pepper to taste

This Swedish meatball recipe, passed down through generations, brings the taste of tradition to your kitchen. These homemade meatballs are incredibly flavorful and bathed in an amazing creamy gravy. They're easy to make and even better than store-bought!

Total time1 hr 10 mins
Prep time25 mins
Cook time35 mins
Yield8

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Instructions

In a large bowl, combine milk, bread crumbs, 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon cream, egg, garlic, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, white pepper, and allspice. Let soak for at least 10 minutes, or until the milk is absorbed.
Using your hands, gently mix in the beef, pork, onion, and parsley until well combined. Roll the mixture into approximately 24 small meatballs or 16 larger ones.
Heat 1 tablespoon of butter and oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Working in small batches, add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 10 to 12 minutes. Ensure an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads at least 160 degrees F (71 degrees C). Transfer the cooked meatballs to a warm plate and cover with aluminum foil. Reserve the drippings in the skillet.
In the same skillet with the drippings, melt 1/3 cup of butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook, whisking constantly, until the flour is dissolved and turns a light brown color, approximately 5 minutes. Gradually whisk in the vegetable broth, beef broth, 1 cup of cream, soy sauce, and Dijon mustard. Bring to a simmer and season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir well to combine. Let simmer until the gravy has thickened, about 5 to 7 minutes.
Gently stir the cooked meatballs into the creamy gravy.
Toss gently to ensure the meatballs are evenly coated in the gravy. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 447 kcal
Fat Content: 37 g
Fiber Content: 1 g
Sugar Content: 2 g
Sodium Content: 493 mg
Protein Content: 18 g
Cholesterol Content: 149 mg
Carbohydrate Content: 10 g
Saturated Fat Content: 19 g
Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g