Swedish Meatballs with Noodles

Ingredients:

For the Swedish Meatballs:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 diced onion
• 500 grams lean ground beef
• 500 grams ground pork
• ½ cup breadcrumbs
• 2 egg yolks
• ¼ teaspoon ground allspice
• ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1½ teaspoons kosher salt
• ¾ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

For the Gravy:

• ¼ cup unsalted butter
• ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
• 3¾ cups low-sodium beef broth
• ¾ cup sour cream
• 2 tablespoons freshly chopped parsley

For Serving:

• 500 grams cooked egg noodles or brown rice

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Onion: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté, stirring constantly, for 2-3 minutes until translucent. Remove from the pan and set aside.
2. Make the Meatball Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, egg yolks, allspice, and nutmeg. Add the cooked onion, and season with salt and pepper. Mix thoroughly using a wooden spoon.
3. Form the Meatballs: Shape the mixture into meatballs, approximately 1½ inches in diameter, using clean hands.
4. Cook the Meatballs: Heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in the pan. Fry the meatballs in batches, about 4-5 minutes per side, or until browned. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels.
5. Prepare the Gravy: In the same pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for about 1 minute, until it takes on a light golden color.
6. Make the Sauce: Gradually whisk in the beef broth, continuing to stir until the mixture thickens, about 1-2 minutes.
7. Finish the Gravy: Stir in the sour cream and season with salt and pepper. Return the meatballs to the pan and simmer for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the meatballs are cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
8. Serve: Serve the meatballs and gravy over cooked egg noodles or brown rice. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired.

Enjoy your delicious Swedish meatballs with noodles!