Rich and Savory Swedish Meatball Noodle Bake

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Ingredients:

For the Swedish Meatballs:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1/2 lb ground pork
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 egg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

For the Noodle Bake:

• 8 oz egg noodles
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
• Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and set aside.
2. Make the Swedish Meatballs:
   • In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, milk, onion, garlic, egg, allspice, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
   • Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
   • Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set aside.
3. Prepare the Noodles:
   • Cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
4. Make the Sauce:
   • In the same skillet used for the meatballs, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
   • Gradually whisk in the beef broth and heavy cream until smooth. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
   • Stir in the Worcestershire sauce and season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Assemble the Bake:
   • Spread half of the cooked egg noodles in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
   • Arrange the cooked meatballs on top of the noodles.
   • Pour the sauce evenly over the meatballs and noodles.
   • Sprinkle the shredded Swiss cheese over the top.
6. Bake:
   • Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
   • Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
7. Serve:
   • Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
   • Enjoy your Rich and Savory Swedish Meatball Noodle Bake!

This dish is sure to be a hit with its comforting flavors and hearty ingredients.