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Creamy Swedish Meatballs Recipe with Lingonberry Sauce Easy Homemade

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Tender and rich Swedish meatballs in a creamy sauce with a tangy-sweet lingonberry sauce, perfect for a quick and comforting meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (80% lean)
  • 1/2 lb ground pork
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (fresh or panko)
  • 1/4 cup whole milk
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1/2 tsp ground allspice
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter (for frying)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter (for sauce)
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup lingonberry jam or preserves

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, soak the breadcrumbs in milk until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Sauté the finely chopped onion in a bit of butter over medium heat until translucent and fragrant, around 3-4 minutes; let it cool slightly.
  3. Add ground beef, ground pork, soaked breadcrumbs, cooked onions, egg, allspice, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Mix gently but thoroughly with your hands until just combined.
  4. Form the meat mixture into small, even-sized meatballs, about 1¼ inches in diameter.
  5. Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown the meatballs in batches, turning carefully to develop a golden crust on all sides, about 4-5 minutes per batch. Transfer browned meatballs to a plate.
  6. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until golden and nutty-smelling.
  7. Gradually whisk in beef broth, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Bring to a simmer.
  8. Stir in heavy cream, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Let the sauce thicken for about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  9. Return the browned meatballs to the pan, nestling them into the creamy sauce. Cover and simmer gently on low heat for about 10 minutes, or until meatballs are cooked through (internal temperature 160°F).
  10. Serve meatballs with creamy sauce and a generous spoonful of lingonberry jam on the side or on top.

Notes

Do not overmix the meat to keep meatballs tender. Brown meatballs well without overcrowding the pan. Use room temperature ingredients for better texture. If sauce thickens too much, loosen with beef broth or cream. Lingonberry sauce is essential for balancing richness. For gluten-free, substitute breadcrumbs and flour accordingly. Baking meatballs at 400°F for 15-20 minutes is an alternative to frying.

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Keywords: Swedish meatballs, creamy sauce, lingonberry sauce, comfort food, easy dinner, homemade meatballs

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