Swedish Meatballs and Noodles

Ingredients

For the Meatballs:

• 500 g (1 lb) ground beef
• 1 small onion (finely grated)
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 egg
• 1/3 cup milk
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp allspice

For the Sauce:

• 3 tbsp butter
• 3 tbsp flour
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 cup milk or cream
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce (optional)
• Salt & pepper to taste

For Serving:

• 250–300 g egg noodles
• Fresh parsley (optional)

 Instructions

1. Prepare the Meatballs

• In a large bowl, mix ground beef, onion, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, and spices.
• Mix well until combined.
• Shape into small balls (about 2–3 cm each).

Swedish meatballs are usually seasoned with nutmeg and allspice for that classic flavor.

2. Cook the Meatballs

• Heat a pan with a little oil or butter.
• Fry the meatballs until browned on all sides and fully cooked.
• Remove and set aside.

3. Make the Creamy Sauce

• In the same pan, melt butter.
• Add flour and whisk for 1–2 minutes.
• Slowly add beef broth while stirring.
• Add milk or cream and keep stirring until smooth and thick.
• Season with salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce.

4. Combine

• Return meatballs to the sauce.
• Let them simmer for 5–10 minutes until coated and juicy.

5. Cook the Noodles

• Boil egg noodles in salted water according to package instructions (about 5–7 minutes).
• Drain well.

6. Serve

• Place noodles on a plate.
• Add meatballs and pour the creamy sauce on top.
• Garnish with parsley if you like.

 Tips

• You can mix beef + pork for more authentic flavor.
• Serve with lingonberry jam if you want the real Swedish touch.
• The sauce should be creamy, rich, and slightly spiced.