Ingredients

1 1/2 lbs ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
3/4 cup breadcrumbs
1 egg
1/2 cup milk
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1 can mushrooms , drained
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
2 cups boiling water
3/4 cup sour cream
Dotties Swedish Meatball Dinner is a classic meatball dish that originated in Sweden and quickly made its way into households around the world. It’s a comfort food that is perfect for cold nights or when you need a filling meal. These meatballs are juicy, richly flavored, and seasoned with a blend of spices that add warmth and depth to the dish. They're served over a bed of egg noodles and topped with a creamy sour cream sauce, which complements the meatballs perfectly. This dish is easy to make, and it’s perfect for feeding a crowd or for meal prep.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius).
2.In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped onion, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, parsley, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, nutmeg, and drained mushrooms. Mix well.
3.Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
4.In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over high heat. Add the meatballs and brown on all sides. This should take about 8 minutes.
5.In a bowl, whisk together the flour, paprika, salt, and pepper. Sprinkle the mixture over the meatballs and stir until the meatballs are coated.
6.Add the boiling water to the skillet and stir well, making sure there are no lumps. Bring the mixture to a boil and transfer to a baking dish.
7.Bake in the oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through.
8.Remove the dish from the oven. Stir in the sour cream and serve over a bed of egg noodles.

PROS

This dish is flavorful and hearty, perfect for a comforting homemade meal.

The meatballs are easy to make and can be frozen for future meals.

CONS

This dish is high in calories and fat, due to the ground beef and use of sour cream.

It may not be suitable for those watching their calorie intake or with dietary restrictions.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Ground beef is high in protein, iron, and zinc, which are essential for maintaining a healthy body.
Sour cream, while high in fat, contains probiotics that are beneficial for gut health.
Egg noodles are a good source of complex carbohydrates.

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