SWEDISH MEATBALL NOODLE BAKE

Here’s a cozy, creamy recipe for a Swedish Meatball Noodle Bake — tender meatballs, egg noodles, and a rich sauce baked to bubbly perfection!

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🍝🇸🇪 Swedish Meatball Noodle Bake

🕒 Prep Time: 20 min

🕒 Cook Time: 40 min
🍽️ Serves: 6

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Ingredients:

For the Meatballs:

• 1 lb ground beef

• 1/2 lb ground pork (optional, or use all beef)

• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs

• 1/4 cup milk

• 1 small onion, finely chopped

• 1 egg

• 1 tsp salt

• 1/2 tsp black pepper

• 1/4 tsp ground allspice

• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg

• 2 tbsp butter or oil, for frying

For the Sauce:

• 3 tbsp butter

• 3 tbsp all-purpose flour

• 2 cups beef broth

• 1 cup heavy cream or sour cream

• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

• Salt & pepper, to taste

Other:

• 12 oz egg noodles, cooked and drained

• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

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Instructions:

1. Make the Meatballs:
   In a bowl, soak breadcrumbs in milk for 5 minutes. Add ground meats, onion, egg, salt, pepper, allspice, and nutmeg. Mix gently but thoroughly.
   Shape into 1-inch meatballs.

2. Cook Meatballs:
   Heat butter/oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown meatballs on all sides (they don’t need to be fully cooked). Remove and set aside.

3. Make the Sauce:
   In the same skillet, melt butter. Whisk in flour and cook for 1–2 minutes until golden. Gradually whisk in beef broth and cream. Simmer until thickened, about 5 minutes. Stir in Worcestershire sauce and season with salt and pepper.

4. Combine:
   Add meatballs and cooked egg noodles to the sauce. Stir gently to coat.

5. Bake:
   Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer mixture to a greased casserole dish. Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes until bubbly and lightly browned on top.

6. Serve:
   Garnish with chopped parsley and enjoy!

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Tips:

• Swap heavy cream for sour cream for a tangier sauce.

• Add sautéed mushrooms or peas for extra veggies.

• For a richer flavor, brown the meatballs thoroughly.