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Cozy Swedish Meatballs Recipe with Lingonberry Sauce

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A hearty and creamy Swedish meatballs recipe served with tangy lingonberry sauce, perfect for cozy winter dinners. This dish combines tender meatballs with a velvety cream sauce and a pop of tartness from lingonberries.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20 preferred)
  • 1/2 lb ground pork
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (plain or panko)
  • 1/4 cup whole milk
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 tsp ground allspice
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 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 preferred)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 cup lingonberry jam or preserved lingonberries
  • Optional: a squeeze of fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, finely chopped onion, egg, breadcrumbs, and whole milk. Season with ground allspice, ground nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Mix gently but thoroughly with your hands until just combined, about 5 minutes.
  2. Shape the mixture into small, even meatballs about 1 1/2 inches in diameter, yielding roughly 20-24 meatballs. Place them on a plate or baking sheet.
  3. Heat 2 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown the meatballs in batches, turning gently to brown all sides, about 7-8 minutes total. Transfer browned meatballs to a plate and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, melt 2 tbsp butter over medium heat. Whisk in 2 tbsp flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until lightly golden.
  5. Slowly whisk in 2 cups beef broth, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Add 1 cup heavy cream and 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce. Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Return the browned meatballs to the skillet with the sauce. Cover and simmer on low heat for 10-15 minutes until meatballs are cooked through and sauce thickens slightly.
  7. Warm the lingonberry jam slightly if needed, stirring in a squeeze of lemon juice to brighten if desired. Serve the meatballs with cream sauce and lingonberry sauce spooned over or alongside.

Notes

Do not overmix the meat to keep meatballs tender. Brown meatballs in batches to avoid steaming. Simmer sauce gently to prevent curdling. Freshly ground allspice and nutmeg enhance flavor. Lingonberry sauce adds essential tartness; cranberry sauce can be a substitute. For gluten-free, swap breadcrumbs with almond flour or gluten-free crumbs.

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Keywords: Swedish meatballs, lingonberry sauce, creamy sauce, winter comfort food, easy meatballs, Scandinavian recipe

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