Description
Swedish Meatball Pasta combines tender, juicy meatballs in a creamy, rich Swedish-style sauce served over pasta. It’s a comforting, hearty dish that’s perfect for family dinners or a cozy night in. The creamy sauce with a hint of nutmeg and allspice makes it uniquely delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Meatballs:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- For the Sauce:
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/4 tsp ground allspice
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For the Pasta:
- 12 oz pasta (such as egg noodles, penne, or rigatoni)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Make the Meatballs: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, Parmesan, egg, chopped onion, garlic, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until they are cooked through and golden brown. Set aside.
- Make the Sauce: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk to make a roux. Cook for 1-2 minutes, until the flour is lightly golden.
- Slowly whisk in the beef broth, making sure to eliminate any lumps. Stir in the heavy cream, Dijon mustard, allspice, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Let the sauce simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until it thickens.
- Combine the Meatballs and Pasta: While the sauce is simmering, cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Add the baked meatballs to the sauce and stir to coat. Let the meatballs simmer in the sauce for 5 minutes, allowing them to absorb the flavors.
- Toss the cooked pasta in the sauce until well-coated. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for the beef if preferred.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can add a little more flour to the roux or let the sauce simmer longer.
- This dish pairs well with a side of steamed vegetables or a simple salad.
- For a little extra flavor, sprinkle extra Parmesan cheese on top before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking, Stovetop
- Cuisine: Swedish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 33g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 110mg