Ernie’s Swedish Meatballs

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 15
Ernie's Swedish Meatballs recipe
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Prep

30 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 cup finely minced onion
2 minced garlic cloves
3 tablespoons butter
3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
3/4 cup buttermilk
3/4 lb ground round
1/4 lb ground veal
1/4 lb ground pork
2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/8 teaspoon allspice
2 eggs , lightly beaten
1 tablespoon bacon fat
3 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
1 cup beef broth
3 tablespoons dry sherry
3/4 cup light cream
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon allspice
1/4 teaspoon ginger
1/4 teaspoon maggi seasoning
1/4 cup chopped fresh dill ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
633
Sugar
4g
Fat
50g
Swedish meatballs are a classic comfort food that originated in Sweden. They are traditionally served with mashed potatoes, lingonberry sauce, and pickled cucumber. However, they have become popular in many other countries as well, including the United States. Swedish meatballs are known for their rich, creamy sauce, and slightly spiced meatballs. They are a great dish to serve on a cold winter night or when hosting a dinner party.

Instructions

1.In a skillet, melt 3 tablespoon butter over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, cook until softened for 5 minutes.
2.Mix bread crumbs and buttermilk in a large bowl. Add onion, garlic, ground round, ground veal, ground pork, salt, pepper, nutmeg, ginger, allspice, and eggs to the bowl. Mix well and shape into 1 inch balls.
3.In a skillet, heat bacon fat over medium-high heat. Add meatballs and cook, constantly stirring, until cooked through and browned on the outside for 10-15 minutes. Remove meatballs from skillet and set aside.
4.Melt 3 tablespoon butter in the same skillet. Whisk in flour stirring constantly, cook for 2 minutes. Add beef broth, stir until sauce thickens. Add dry sherry, light cream, salt, black pepper, nutmeg, ginger, allspice, maggi seasoning, and dill (optional). Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until well blended. Add meatballs, stir to coat. Simmer until meatballs are heated through.

PROS

The dish is a classic and delicious comfort food.

The meatballs are juicy, tender, and have a slightly spiced flavor.

The creamy sauce is rich in flavor and texture.
It complements the meatballs perfectly.

It is a fantastic dish for serving on a busy weeknight or for entertaining guests.

CONS

The dish requires a bit of preparation and time to make.

The meatballs can be high in fat and sodium.
It should be consumed in moderation as part of a healthy diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Meatballs provide a high amount of protein, which is necessary for building and maintaining muscle mass.
Buttermilk is a great source of calcium and probiotics, which are good for maintaining healthy digestion.
Garlic has been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties that help reduce the risk of heart disease and some types of cancer.
Onions contain antioxidants, which have anti-inflammatory properties that help protect against chronic diseases.

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