Description
These classic Swedish Meatballs are tender and flavorful, cooked gently in a rich broth and finished with a creamy sauce. Made with a blend of ground turkey and beef, seasoned with allspice and sautéed vegetables, they create a comforting and delicious meal perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Meatballs
- 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, minced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 celery stalk, minced
- 1/4 cup minced parsley
- 1/2 pound 93% lean ground turkey
- 1/2 pound 95% lean ground beef
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup seasoned breadcrumbs or gluten-free crumbs
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon allspice
Sauce and Garnish
- 2 cups reduced sodium beef broth
- 3 ounces reduced fat cream cheese
- Chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Sauté aromatics: Heat 1/2 tablespoon olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the minced onions and garlic and sauté until the onions are translucent, about 4-5 minutes. Add the minced celery and parsley and cook until softened, about 3-4 more minutes. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
- Prepare meatball mixture: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground turkey, egg, the cooled onion mixture, breadcrumbs, 1/4 teaspoon salt (from total amount, reserve some for broth), black pepper, and allspice. Mix thoroughly until well combined. Form the mixture into 16 evenly sized meatballs.
- Cook meatballs in broth: Pour the beef broth into the skillet and bring it to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low. Carefully drop the meatballs into the broth slowly to avoid splashing. Cover the skillet and cook the meatballs gently in the simmering broth for about 20 minutes until they are cooked through.
- Make creamy sauce and finish: Using a slotted spoon, remove the cooked meatballs and place them in a serving dish. Strain the broth to remove any solids, then transfer the broth to a blender. Add the reduced fat cream cheese and blend until smooth and creamy. Pour the sauce back into the skillet, return the meatballs to the sauce, and simmer gently for a few minutes to heat through and meld flavors.
Notes
- You can substitute gluten-free breadcrumbs to make this recipe gluten-free.
- Ground turkey and beef combination keeps the meatballs moist and flavorful.
- For extra richness, you may add a splash of heavy cream or sour cream to the blended sauce.
- Serve these meatballs with mashed potatoes or buttered egg noodles for a traditional Swedish experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Swedish
