Savory Swedish Meatballs in Creamy Sauce
Indulge in these Savory Swedish Meatballs, a delightful twist on a classic dish that's perfect for both dinner or entertaining guests. Combining lean ground beef and mild breakfast sausage, these tender meatballs are infused with a flavorful blend of seasonings and served in a rich, creamy mushroom sauce. They can be enjoyed over rice or noodles for a hearty meal or presented as bite-sized appetizers for gatherings. Easy to make and incredibly satisfying, these meatballs will surely become a favorite in your recipe collection!
8
Servings
300
Calories
14
Ingredients
Ingredients
lean ground beef
1 1/2 lbs (raw)
mild breakfast sausage
1/4 lb (raw)
egg
1 (beaten)
ketchup
1/4 cup (none)
onion
1/2 cup (finely minced)
Worcestershire sauce
3 tablespoons (divided)
dry mustard
1 tablespoon (none)
soy sauce
1 tablespoon (none)
garlic clove
1 (minced)
salt
2 teaspoons (none)
pepper
1 teaspoon (none)
cream of mushroom soup
2 (8 ounce) cans (none)
sour cream
1 cup (none)
milk
1/4 cup (none)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breakfast sausage, egg, ketchup, minced onion, Worcestershire sauce, dry mustard, soy sauce, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix all ingredients gently until just combined; avoid over mixing to ensure tender meatballs.
3
Shape the mixture into small balls, approximately 1 inch in diameter, and place them evenly on a baking sheet.
4
Bake in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes, or until the meatballs are browned and cooked through.
5
While the meatballs are baking, prepare the creamy sauce by mixing the cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, Worcestershire sauce, and milk in a medium bowl until well blended.
6
Once the meatballs are done baking, transfer them to a large skillet or crock pot. Pour the creamy sauce over the meatballs, making sure they are well coated.
7
Simmer the meatballs in the sauce over low heat for 45 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together beautifully.
8
Serve the meatballs warm either as a main dish over rice or noodles, or as delightful appetizers with toothpicks.
Nutrition Information
18.75g
Fat
7.5g
Carbs
17.5g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main protein in Savory Swedish Meatballs?
The recipe uses a combination of 1 1/2 lbs of lean ground beef and 1/4 lb of mild breakfast sausage.
What temperature should I set my oven to?
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
How long should the meatballs bake in the oven?
Bake the meatballs for about 45 minutes until they are browned and cooked through.
What ingredients make up the creamy sauce?
The sauce consists of cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, Worcestershire sauce, and milk.
How long should the meatballs simmer in the sauce?
Simmer the meatballs in the sauce over low heat for 45 minutes to let the flavors meld.
What is the recommended size for the meatballs?
Shape the meat mixture into small balls approximately 1 inch in diameter.
Can I serve these as appetizers?
Yes, they can be served as delightful appetizers with toothpicks.
What are the best sides for this dish?
These meatballs are excellent served warm over rice or noodles.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe yields 8 servings.
How do I ensure the meatballs stay tender?
Mix the ingredients gently and avoid over-mixing to ensure the meatballs remain tender.
Does this recipe include garlic?
Yes, it uses one minced garlic clove.
What seasonings are in the meatball mixture?
The mixture includes minced onion, Worcestershire sauce, dry mustard, soy sauce, garlic, salt, and pepper.
Is there an egg in the meatball mixture?
Yes, one beaten egg is used to help bind the ingredients.
What kind of soup is used?
The recipe calls for two 8-ounce cans of cream of mushroom soup.
How many calories are per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 300 calories.
How much fat is in a serving?
There are 18.75g of fat per serving.
What is the carbohydrate content?
Each serving contains 7.5g of carbohydrates.
How much protein is in each serving?
Each serving provides 17.5g of protein.
Is Worcestershire sauce used in the sauce?
Yes, Worcestershire sauce is used both in the meat mixture and in the creamy sauce.
Does the recipe include ketchup?
Yes, 1/4 cup of ketchup is added to the meat mixture.
How much milk is needed for the sauce?
You will need 1/4 cup of milk for the sauce.
What type of sausage should I use?
The recipe specifies mild breakfast sausage.
How much salt is required?
Use 2 teaspoons of salt in the meat mixture.
Can I use a crock pot?
Yes, after baking, you can transfer the meatballs to a crock pot to simmer with the sauce.
How much sour cream is in the sauce?
The sauce requires 1 cup of sour cream.
How much onion is needed?
Use 1/2 cup of finely minced onion.
Is dry mustard included?
Yes, the meatball mixture includes 1 tablespoon of dry mustard.
How much pepper should be added?
The recipe calls for 1 teaspoon of pepper.
What is the total number of ingredients?
There are 14 unique ingredients in total.
What is the first step of the recipe?
The first step is to preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).