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Authentic Swedish Meatballs with Creamy Gravy and Noodles Recipe

Name: Authentic Swedish Meatballs with Creamy Gravy and Noodles Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: Swedish
Ingredients: 3 lb ground beef; 1 white onion, diced; 2 eggs, lightly beaten; 1 cup seasoned dry bread crumbs; 1/2 cup fresh chopped flat-leaf parsley; 2 tsp coarse ground salt; 1 tsp coarse ground pepper; 4 Tbsp all purpose flour; 2 (10.5 oz) cans beef consommé; 1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce; 2 cups milk; 1 tsp coarse ground salt; 1 tsp coarse ground pepper; 12 oz medium egg noodles, cooked according to directions; 1/4 cup butter; 3 Tbsp fresh chopped flat-leaf parsley

ByRafael Mansero November 12, 2025November 12, 2025

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Introduction

Swedish meatballs are a beloved comfort food known for their tender, flavorful meat and creamy gravy. This authentic recipe combines simple ingredients to create a dish that’s perfect for a cozy family dinner. Serve it over buttery egg noodles for a classic experience.

A white plate holds a nest of cooked wide, flat pasta noodles that are pale yellow and slightly glossy, forming the base layer. On top, there are several meatballs covered in a thick, rich, brown sauce with a slightly glossy finish and sprinkled with coarse black pepper. The meatballs are topped with fresh chopped green herbs, adding a pop of color. The pasta is also lightly dotted with the brown sauce and black pepper, creating a cohesive look. The background is a white marbled texture. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

3 lb ground beef
1 white onion, diced
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup seasoned dry bread crumbs
1/2 cup fresh chopped flat-leaf parsley
2 tsp coarse ground salt
1 tsp coarse ground pepper
4 Tbsp all-purpose flour
2 (10.5 oz) cans beef consommé
1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
2 cups milk
1 tsp coarse ground salt
1 tsp coarse ground pepper
12 oz medium egg noodles, cooked according to directions
1/4 cup butter
3 Tbsp fresh chopped flat-leaf parsley

Instructions

Step 1: Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. In a large bowl, mix ground beef, diced onion, eggs, bread crumbs, parsley, salt, and pepper until combined.
Step 2: Form small meatballs about 1 inch in diameter from the mixture. Brown the meatballs in the skillet on all sides, then remove and place on a separate plate.
Step 3: In the same skillet with leftover fat, sprinkle in the flour and stir until well combined. Cook for a few minutes until the flour turns golden brown.
Step 4: Gradually add beef consommé and Worcestershire sauce while stirring. Pour in milk little by little, continuing to beat the mixture. Add salt and pepper.
Step 5: Cook the sauce for five minutes, stirring constantly until it thickens. Return the meatballs to the skillet, cover, and let them cook for 15 minutes.
Step 6: Toss cooked egg noodles with butter. Serve noodles on plates, top with hot meatballs and gravy, then sprinkle with fresh parsley.

Tips & Variations

For extra tenderness, soak the bread crumbs in a little milk before mixing them into the meat.
Use half ground beef and half ground pork for a richer flavor.
If you prefer a thicker gravy, let it simmer a bit longer before adding the meatballs back.
Serve with lingonberry jam for a traditional Swedish touch.

Storage

Store leftover meatballs and gravy in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove over low heat, stirring occasionally to avoid scorching. Cooked noodles should be stored separately and can be reheated in hot water or the microwave.