If you’re craving a warm, hearty, and comforting dinner that feels like a hug in a bowl, Swedish Meatballs with egg noodles is the dish you need. Tender, flavorful meatballs smothered in a creamy, savory sauce and served over buttery egg noodles—this timeless recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
For the Meatballs:
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
- ½ lb (225 g) ground pork
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup milk
- ½ tsp ground allspice
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp butter (for frying)
For the Creamy Sauce:
- 3 tbsp butter
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 3 cups beef broth (warm)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
For Serving:
- 12 oz (340 g) wide egg noodles
- 2 tbsp butter
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Meatballs:
- In a large bowl, mix together the beef, pork, onion, garlic, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, allspice, nutmeg, salt, and pepper until just combined.
- Roll into small balls (about 1 inch in size).
- Cook the Meatballs:
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add meatballs in batches, cooking until browned on all sides (they don’t need to be fully cooked through yet). Remove and set aside.
- Make the Sauce:
- In the same skillet, melt 3 tbsp butter. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute to form a roux.
- Slowly whisk in warm beef broth until smooth, then add cream, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard.
- Simmer until slightly thickened. Season with salt and black pepper.
- Finish the Dish:
- Return the meatballs to the skillet, cover, and simmer for 10–12 minutes until cooked through and tender.
- Meanwhile, cook egg noodles according to package directions. Drain and toss with 2 tbsp butter.
- Serve:
- Plate the egg noodles, spoon the meatballs and sauce generously over the top, and garnish with fresh parsley.
Tips & Variations
- For extra flavor, use a mix of beef and pork rather than beef alone.
- Add a splash of soy sauce to the sauce for deeper umami flavor.
- If you prefer lighter sauce, substitute half the cream with milk.
- Pair with lingonberry jam (traditional in Sweden) for a sweet contrast.
- Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 3 days and taste even better the next day.
✨ Comforting, creamy, and packed with flavor—this Swedish Meatballs over Egg Noodles recipe is a classic you’ll want to make again and again!
