Authentic Swedish Meatball Recipe

Step 1

Put the cream into a large bowl, add the breadcrumbs, set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet melt the butter and add the chopped onion. Cook for about 3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the onion, meat, egg, salt, pepper, and nutmeg to the breadcrumbs and cream.

Step 4

Mix everything together only until well mixed...do not overmix.

Step 5

In the same skillet as the onion, melt 4 tablespoons of butter on medium heat.

Step 6

Using two spoons, damp hands, or a small ice cream scoop, form the meat mixture into 1 inch balls and place into the skillet. Leave room around each meatball.

Step 7

Cook on each side turning to the next side after about 1-2 minutes. Set cooked meatballs into a pan in a low-heat 200 degrees oven while cooking the remaining. Cook meatballs to 165 degrees internally.

Step 8

To make the gravy, mix 3/4 cup of cream with 1 tablespoon flour into a slurry and slowly whisk into the hot drippings of the pan. If desired, add beef broth for more liquid.

Step 9

Simmer until thickened. Add salt & pepper to taste.