15-Minute Swedish Meatballs
Embrace the cozy comfort of the Scandinavian kitchen with this heartwarming recipe for Swedish Meatballs. Painstakingly perfected to capture the essence of traditional Swedish fare while relying on convenient frozen meatballs, this recipe features a creamy, aromatic gravy that's absolute perfection. Serve them over a bed of buttery mashed potatoes, alongside a helping of lingonberry jam or cranberry sauce, or with a side of quick pickled cucumbers to complete the cultural experience.
Ingredients
- 3 Tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 Tablespoons flour
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon ground allspice
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 pound frozen meatballs about 20
- ½ cup light cream
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.3 Tablespoons unsalted butter
- Once the butter is melted, stir in the flour, nutmeg, salt, and allspice. Stir well until the flour is completely incorporated and no white remains.3 Tablespoons flour, ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg, ¼ teaspoon salt, ⅛ teaspoon ground allspice
- Slowly whisk in the both to create a smooth gravy. Add the meatballs and simmer for 7-10 minutes, or until warmed through.2 cups beef broth, 1 pound frozen meatballs
- Stir in the cream. Cook another 2-3 minutes, or until warm. Add additional salt to taste.½ cup light cream
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 491kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 22gFat: 42gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 16gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 137mgSodium: 667mgPotassium: 429mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 0.1gVitamin A: 574IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 48mgIron: 1mg
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