Ingredients:
For the Meatballs:
1 lb ground beef (or a mix of beef and pork)
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/2 cup milk
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 egg
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp ground allspice (or ground nutmeg)
1/4 tsp ground cardamom (optional)
For the Sauce:
2 tbsp butter
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
2 cups beef broth
1/2 cup heavy cream
Salt and pepper to taste
Lingonberry jam (optional, for serving)
For the Noodles:
8 oz egg noodles
Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Make the Meatballs:
In a large bowl, combine the ground meat, breadcrumbs, milk, chopped onion, egg, salt, pepper, allspice, and cardamom (if using).
Mix everything together until well combined.
Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter, and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
3. Bake the Meatballs:
Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until they are cooked through and have a nice brown crust. You can turn them once halfway through for even browning.
4. Cook the Noodles:
While the meatballs are baking, cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions until they are al dente. Drain and set aside.
5. Make the Sauce:
In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Stir in the flour and cook for about 1-2 minutes until it becomes a light golden color, stirring constantly.
Gradually whisk in the beef broth and heavy cream, making sure there are no lumps.
Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for a few minutes until the sauce thickens.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Combine Meatballs, Noodles, and Sauce:
Place the cooked meatballs and cooked noodles in a large ovenproof dish.
Pour the creamy sauce over the meatballs and noodles, ensuring they are well coated.
7. Bake Again:
Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes or until everything is heated through, and the sauce is bubbly.
8. Serve:
Serve the Swedish Baked Meatballs with Noodles hot, garnished with lingonberry jam if desired. Lingonberry jam is a traditional Swedish condiment that pairs wonderfully with this dish.
Enjoy your delicious homemade Swedish Baked Meatballs with Noodles!
