All Beef Swedish Meatballs
Savor the comfort of homemade All Beef Swedish Meatballs, a dish that takes classic comfort food to the next level with juicy, perfectly spiced beef meatballs bathed in a creamy, velvety sauce. Made from ground beef and enhanced with aromatic allspice, sautéed onion, and garlic, these tender meatballs are cooked to golden perfection in a skillet for the ideal sear. The luscious gravy, made using a simple roux of butter and flour, is elevated with beef broth and a splash of heavy cream, creating a sauce that's irresistibly rich and smooth. Ready in just 50 minutes, this Nordic-inspired recipe is perfect for a family dinner or special occasion, served over mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or alongside roasted vegetables. Garnish with fresh parsley for a burst of color and flavor, and enjoy this one-pan crowd-pleaser that’s sure to become a new household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef
- 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
- 1 large Egg
- 0.25 cup Milk
- 1 small Yellow onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground allspice
- 3 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons Flour
- 2 cups Beef broth
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, onion, garlic, salt, black pepper, and ground allspice. Mix well until evenly combined, but avoid overmixing.
Using your hands, shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs. You should get about 20-25 meatballs depending on size.
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Add the meatballs in batches and cook, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides and cooked through (about 6-8 minutes per batch). Remove meatballs and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium-low and melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, whisking constantly, to make a roux.
Slowly whisk in the beef broth, ensuring no lumps remain. Bring to a simmer and let cook for 3-4 minutes, until slightly thickened.
Stir in the heavy cream and continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes, until the sauce is creamy and smooth.
Return the meatballs to the skillet, coating them in the sauce. Simmer gently for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper, if needed.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired. These meatballs pair wonderfully with mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2197 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 168.1 g | 216% | |
| Saturated Fat | 79.2 g | 396% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 765 mg | 255% | |
| Sodium | 5695 mg | 248% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.4 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.5 g | ||
| Protein | 101.7 g | 203% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 267 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 13.6 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 1795 mg | 38% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
