Cheesy Swedish Meatball Bake

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 14
Cheesy Swedish Meatball Bake recipe to warm your winter nights
in Entree

Prep

20 min

Cook

55 min

Ready In

1 hr 15 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb ground beef
1 lb ground pork
2 tablespoons butter , melted
1/4 cup grated onion
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
2 large eggs
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon allspice
2 cups cooked egg noodles
1/2 cup gruyere cheese , shredded
1 -2 tablespoon chives
6 tablespoons butter , 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour , 3 cups beef broth , 1/2 cup heavy cream and salt to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
480
Sugar
3g
Fat
32g
The Cheesy Swedish Meatball Bake is a hearty and warming entree that is perfect for cold winter nights. This dish combines flavorful meatballs with a creamy sauce and melted cheese, all atop a bed of egg noodles. Originally from Sweden, this dish has become popular worldwide and has taken on many variations. Serve with a side salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2.In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, melted butter, grated onion, breadcrumbs, eggs, nutmeg, and allspice. Mix thoroughly and shape into 1 inch meatballs.
3.In a large skillet, brown the meatballs until fully cooked. Drain off excess fat.
4.In a separate saucepan, melt the butter and whisk in the flour. Gradually add beef broth and heavy cream and stir until thickened. Add salt to taste.
5.In a large casserole dish, layer cooked egg noodles, meatballs and sauce. Top with shredded gruyere cheese and chives.
6.Bake uncovered for 35 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

PROS

This dish is warm and comforting, perfect for a winter dinner.

The flavors of the meatballs, sauce, and cheese all come together for a delicious taste experience.

CONS

This dish is high in fat and calories due to the use of butter, heavy cream, and cheese.

It should be eaten in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish contains protein from the beef and pork, and the egg noodles provide carbohydrates.
The gruyere cheese adds calcium and vitamin D, while the use of onion, nutmeg, and allspice may have anti-inflammatory benefits.

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