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Creamy Swedish Meatballs Recipe Easy Homemade with Lingonberry Sauce

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This recipe features tender Swedish meatballs in a creamy sauce paired with tangy lingonberry sauce, perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
  • 1/2 lb ground pork
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (plain or panko)
  • 1/4 cup whole milk or dairy-free alternative
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1/4 tsp ground allspice
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter (for frying)
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter (for sauce)
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups beef broth (homemade or low-sodium store-bought)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or full-fat coconut milk
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste (for sauce)
  • 1/2 cup lingonberry jam or preserves
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • Optional: a pinch of cinnamon

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, and finely chopped onion.
  2. Soak breadcrumbs in milk for about 5 minutes until softened.
  3. Add soaked breadcrumbs, egg, allspice, nutmeg, salt, and pepper to the meat mixture. Mix gently until just combined.
  4. With wet hands, shape mixture into small 1-inch diameter meatballs, about 24 total.
  5. Heat 2 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown meatballs in batches for about 5 minutes per batch until golden on all sides. Transfer to a plate.
  6. In the same skillet, melt 2 tbsp butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook 1-2 minutes to form a roux.
  7. Slowly whisk in beef broth, then add heavy cream, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard. Simmer and stir until sauce thickens, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  8. Return meatballs to the sauce, cover, and simmer gently for 5 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
  9. While meatballs simmer, warm lingonberry jam with lemon juice in a small saucepan over low heat until smooth. Add cinnamon if desired.
  10. Serve meatballs with creamy sauce and a dollop of lingonberry sauce on the side or on top. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if available.

Notes

Do not overmix meatball mixture to keep them tender. Brown meatballs in batches to avoid steaming. Make a smooth roux for lump-free sauce. Simmer gently to avoid curdling cream. Warm lingonberry sauce while meatballs simmer to save time. If sauce thickens too much, whisk in broth or cream to loosen.

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Keywords: Swedish meatballs, creamy sauce, lingonberry sauce, easy dinner, homemade meatballs, comfort food

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