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Swedish Meatballs with Gravy – Classic, Cozy, and Comforting

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Tender, spiced Swedish meatballs simmered in a creamy brown gravy — perfect over mashed potatoes or noodles.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs

  • 1/2 cup whole milk

  • 1 small yellow onion, finely grated

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1/2 lb ground beef

  • 1/2 lb ground pork

  • 1 large egg

  • 1/4 tsp ground allspice

  • 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

  • 2 tbsp butter (for frying)

  • 1 tbsp neutral oil

Gravy:

  • 3 tbsp butter

  • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour

  • 2 cups beef broth

  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard

  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs

  • 1/2 cup whole milk

  • 1 small yellow onion, finely grated

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1/2 lb ground beef

  • 1/2 lb ground pork

  • 1 large egg

  • 1/4 tsp ground allspice

  • 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

  • 2 tbsp butter (for frying)

  • 1 tbsp neutral oil

Notes

  • Add lingonberry jam on the side for a classic touch.

  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.

  • Reheat gently to keep the gravy smooth.