Description
Easy Swedish Meatballs are the ultimate comfort food, offering a delightful blend of tender meatballs enveloped in a rich and creamy sauce. This simple yet flavorful recipe is perfect for cozy nights in or special gatherings, transforming everyday ingredients into a dish that feels gourmet. With each bite, you’ll experience a symphony of savory goodness that brings warmth and joy to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (preferably 80/20)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper until just combined.
- Form the mixture into small meatballs about one inch in diameter and place them on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 20 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- While baking, whisk together sour cream and beef broth in a saucepan over low heat until smooth; simmer until slightly thickened.
- Once meatballs are cooked, add them to the sauce and stir gently to coat. Serve over egg noodles or mashed potatoes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Swedish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (approx. 180g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg