Aunt Bea’s Famous Swedish Meatballs

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 3

Aunt Bea's Famous Swedish Meatballs recipe

by The Chefin Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

543

Sugar

44g

Fat

23g

Aunt Bea's Famous Swedish Meatballs originated from the Scandinavian region and are now enjoyed by people all over the world. These meatballs are made with a simple combination of ground beef, saltine crackers, salt, and pepper. The sauce is made with grape jelly, chili sauce, and lemon juice, which gives it a perfect sweet and tangy flavor. These meatballs are perfect for serving over egg noodles, rice, or even mashed potatoes. Aunt Bea's Swedish Meatballs will definitely become a family favorite in no time!

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.	Crush the saltine crackers in a small bowl.
3.	Add the water and mix until combined.
4.	In a separate large bowl, combine ground beef, salt and pepper.
5.	Add the saltine cracker mixture to the beef mixture and mix well.
6.	Shape the mixture into meatballs.
7.	In a separate bowl, mix together grape jelly, chili sauce, and lemon juice.
8.	In a skillet, brown the meatballs on all sides over medium-high heat.
9.	Transfer the meatballs to a 9x13 inch baking dish.
10.	Pour the grape jelly mixture over the meatballs.
11.	Bake for 30-35 minutes in the preheated oven or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.

PROS

Aunt Bea’s Famous Swedish Meatballs are a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a potluck event.

They are juicy, tender, and coated in a sweet and tangy sauce.

CONS

These meatballs can be high in calories and fat due to the ground beef and sweet sauce.

They may not be suitable for individuals who are on a low-fat or low-calorie diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although Aunt Bea’s Famous Swedish Meatballs may not be the healthiest option, they do provide a good source of protein and iron.
They can also be a great comfort food option when enjoyed in moderation.

	6 saltine crackers
	1/2 cup water
	1 lb ground beef
	1 jar grape jelly
	1 jar chili sauce
	1 lemon , juice of
	salt & pepper