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Swedish Meatballs with Gravy

Traditional Swedish meatballs served with a rich and creamy gravy.

60 minutes6 servings
Swedish Meatballs with Gravy
Photo: Thomson200 · CC0

Ingredients

Method

  1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, pork, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, pepper, and allspice. Mix well.
  2. Form mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
  3. Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  4. Add meatballs and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. In a separate saucepan, melt butter and whisk in flour to make a roux.
  6. Gradually add beef broth, stirring constantly.
  7. Bring to a simmer and cook until thickened, about 5 minutes.
  8. Stir in heavy cream and sour cream. Cook for 2 more minutes.
  9. Serve meatballs in gravy with dill on top.
  10. Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.

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