Swedish Meatballs (Köttbullar) by @spinachandbacon

N/A

1 serving

Preparation Steps

  1. Step 1/17

    Finely grate or mince the 1/2 yellow onion.

    yellow onion
    🔪chef's knife
    🪵cutting board

  2. Step 2/17

    Combine the 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs and 1/4 cup whole milk in the large mixing bowl; let stand for 5 minutes.

    plain breadcrumbs
    whole milk
    🥣large mixing bowl
    🥄measuring cups

  3. Step 3/17

    Add the ground beef, ground pork, onion, egg, ground allspice, ground nutmeg, kosher salt, and black pepper to the soaked breadcrumbs.

    ground beef
    ground pork
    yellow onion
    egg
    ground allspice
    ground nutmeg
    kosher salt
    black pepper
    🥣large mixing bowl
    🥄measuring spoons

  4. Step 4/17

    Mix the meatball mixture gently until combined; avoid overmixing.

    🥣large mixing bowl
    🥄wooden spoon

  5. Step 5/17

    Roll the mixture into about 20 small meatballs, approximately 1 1/2 inches wide.

    🥣large mixing bowl

  6. Step 6/17

    Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and 2 tablespoons unsalted butter in the large skillet over medium heat.

    olive oil
    unsalted butter
    🍳large skillet
    🥄measuring spoons

  7. Step 7/17

    Brown the meatballs in batches for 6 to 8 minutes; turn them until browned on all sides.

    🍳large skillet
    🥄wooden spoon
    🥄slotted spoon

  8. Step 8/17

    Transfer the browned meatballs to a plate; leave the rendered fat in the skillet.

    🍳large skillet
    🥄slotted spoon

  9. Step 9/17

    Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons unsalted butter in the skillet; whisk in the 1/4 cup all-purpose flour.

    unsalted butter
    all-purpose flour
    🍳large skillet
    🍥whisk
    🥄measuring cups

  10. Step 10/17

    Cook the flour mixture for 1 minute; whisk continuously until lightly golden.

    🍳large skillet
    🍥whisk

  11. Step 11/17

    Gradually whisk the 2 cups beef broth into the roux; whisk until the gravy is smooth.

    beef broth
    🍳large skillet
    🍥whisk
    🥄measuring cups

  12. Step 12/17

    Stir in the 1/2 cup heavy cream and 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; simmer for 3 to 5 minutes.

    heavy cream
    Worcestershire sauce
    🍳large skillet
    🥄wooden spoon
    🥄measuring cups
    🥄measuring spoons

  13. Step 13/17

    Return the meatballs to the gravy; simmer for 8 to 10 minutes until cooked through.

    🍳large skillet
    🥄wooden spoon

  14. Step 14/17

    Peel and cut the 2 lb russet potatoes into even chunks.

    russet potatoes
    🔪chef's knife
    🪵cutting board

  15. Step 15/17

    Cover the potatoes with water in the large pot; boil for 15 to 20 minutes until fork-tender.

    russet potatoes
    🍲large pot

  16. Step 16/17

    Drain the potatoes and mash them until smooth.

    russet potatoes
    🍲large pot
    🥔potato masher

  17. Step 17/17

    Serve the Swedish meatballs and gravy over mashed potatoes; spoon cranberry sauce alongside.

    cranberry sauce
    russet potatoes
    🥄wooden spoon

Composition

Ingredients

Types

to inform

Ingredients

to inform

Allergens

to inform

Dietetics

Dietary regimen

High protein

Calories

690 kcal

Macro nutrients

Protein: 31g, Carbohydrates: 54g, Fat: 39g, Fiber: 5g, Sugars: 10g

Nutritional Information

Minerals

Sodium: 1050mg, Calcium: 130mg, Iron: 4.2mg, Potassium: 1040mg

Vitamins

Vitamin C: 20mg, Vitamin B12: 2.3mcg, Vitamin A: 210mcg RAE, Vitamin D: 1.1mcg

Preparation

Time Information

Temps

Non spécifié

Difficulty

Level

None ()

Steps

17 steps

Equipments

Utensils

large mixing bowl, measuring cups, measuring spoons, chef's knife, cutting board, wooden spoon, whisk, large skillet, large pot, potato masher, slotted spoon

Appliances

stovetop

Type

Type

Type Of Dish

Main Course

Occasions

Sunday dinner, Family dinner, Holiday meal, Thanksgiving

Origin

Source

Platform

instagram

Original Creator

@spinachandbacon

Origin

Cuisine

Swedish, Scandinavian

Geographic

Sweden, Europe

Various

Aspect

Texture

Tender, Juicy, Creamy, Velvety, Smooth

Flavors

Savory, Rich, Creamy, Buttery, Warmly spiced, Tangy, Sweet-tart

Other

Price

Medium

Recommended Preservation

fridge

Preservation Infos

room temperature : 2 hours (Keep covered,Discard if left out longer than 2 hours), fridge : 3 to 4 days (Store meatballs and gravy in an airtight container,Cool promptly before refrigerating,Reheat to 165°F / 74°C), freezer : 2 to 3 months (Freeze cooled meatballs and gravy in freezer-safe containers,Thaw overnight in the refrigerator,Freeze mashed potatoes separately for best texture)