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Easy Swedish Meatballs

These delicious Easy Swedish Meatballs combine juicy flavors and creamy sauces, delivering a comforting meal that evokes memories of home-cooked meals shared with loved ones.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Swedish
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 4 tbsp Butter Adds a rich, velvety richness essential for the sauce.
  • 4 tbsp Flour Acts as a thickening agent, creates the perfect texture.
  • 3 cups Beef Broth Forms the heart of the sauce, delivering deep umami flavors.
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce Adds a savory depth that enhances the overall taste.
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard Provides a little kick of tanginess that brightens up the sauce.
  • 1 tsp Salt Essential for seasoning.
  • 1 tsp Pepper Essential for seasoning.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Brings creaminess and a slight tang.
For the Meatballs
  • 1 1/2 lb Meatballs (storebought or homemade) Juicy homemade meatballs or convenient store-bought ones.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the meatballs according to the package instructions or your favorite homemade recipe.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 4 tablespoons of butter.
  3. Stir in 4 tablespoons of flour and whisk thoroughly for about two minutes.
  4. Slowly add 3 cups of beef broth while continuously stirring to avoid lumps, cooking until thickened (5-7 minutes).
  5. Once thickened, stir in Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, sour cream, salt, and pepper.
  6. Carefully add the cooked meatballs back into the skillet and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
  7. Serve the Easy Swedish Meatballs over a mound of fluffy mashed potatoes.

Notes

Use low-sodium beef broth for better control of saltiness. Add fresh parsley or dill for a fresh burst of flavor. Feel free to mix different ground meats for variations.