“Swedish Meatballs and Swedish Potatoes”

Years ago I found this recipe for Swedish Meatballs and Swedish Potatoes. It was in my early days when I began cooking for my family. I loved experimenting and trying something new. Over the years I have made changes and made this recipe the best that it can possibly be. Now I understand Swedish Meatballs origin and what makes these little meaty gems so loved by the many. These creamy meatballs can be served as appetizers or as a main dish meal with a side of creamy Swedish Potatoes like my recipe.

Swedish Meatballs and Swedish Potatoes

Meatballs are perfect anytime and can be made ahead of time for easy prep. Make your meatballs the night before and cook the next. Sometimes I find this makes them more flavorful because flavors are allowed to permeate the meat. You know I just love food to taste good otherwise whats the point of cooking. Same goes for the potatoes. Chop onion and parsley the night before but wait to dice potatoes because they will become pink. Saving time is the name of the game especially on a weeknight. Fortunately, my Swedish Meatballs and Swedish Potatoes cook quickly, in less than an hour. I forgot to mention that you will need two non-stick skillets as they make cooking this recipe hassle free.

Swedish Meatballs and Swedish Potatoes

Who doesn’t love cream, cream in anything as it gives this recipe the richness factor. Same for the potatoes with oniony, creamy goodness. I use both ground beef and ground pork as this combination just works for meatballs, making them moist and tender. The tender meatballs are something special as the sauce has flavors similar to a bechamel with the addition of nutmeg and allspice. When the sauce hits your tongue you know you taste a hint of spice but nothing overpowering. Paired with potatoes, not much can taste any better, a match made in heaven.

Swedish Meatballs and Swedish Potatoes

This recipe is a favorite with my family and is a perfect recipe when you are serving guests, too. The recipe can easily be doubled and sure to have your guests chattering. Make Swedish Meatballs and Swedish Potatoes. Kids love meatballs and they will love this recipe. Kid-friendly dishes are a must in any household. On your next grocery trip, grab the ingredients to make this recipe one night soon. Budget friendly and delicious…what could be better? Enjoy!

Swedish Meatballs and Swedish Potatoes

 

Swedish Meatballs and Swedish Potatoes

For Meatballs:

1 pound lean ground beef

1/4 pound ground pork

1/2 cup fine breadcrumbs

1 egg

3/4 cup milk

1/2 t. salt

1/2 t. black pepper

1/8 t. ground nutmeg

1/8 t. ground allspice

2 T. unsalted butter

1 cup heavy cream or beef stock

1 T. cornstarch

2 T. cold water

For Potatoes:

2 T. unsalted butter

6 medium Russet potatoes, peeled and diced

1 medium onion, chopped

1 t. salt

1/2 t. black pepper

1 3/4 cups heavy cream

1 T. chopped fresh parsley

 

To prepare meatballs: In a large mixing bowl, combine beef, pork, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, salt, pepper. nutmeg, and allspice with a fork.

Form meat mixture into 40 small meatballs. Heat butter in large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add in meatballs and brown on all sides, about 2 minutes. Brown in batches if needed. Reduce heat and place all meatballs back in skillet, cooking for about 8 more minutes. Remove all meatballs to plate and pour off fat.

In same skillet, mix cornstarch and cold water, pouring in heavy cream or stock. Bring sauce to boil and reduce heat. Adjust salt and pepper to taste and add meatballs to skillet, stirring to coat with gravy. Serve with Swedish Potatoes.

To prepare potatoes: In a large non-stick skillet, heat 2 T. butter over medium heat. Add in potatoes and onion, cooking until tender and browned, about 20 minutes. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper.

Once potatoes are tender and browned, add in cream and simmer on low for 10 minutes. stirring occasionally. Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley. Serve with Swedish Meatballs.