Swedish Baked Meatballs with Noodles

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Ingredients:

For the Meatballs:

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1/2 pound ground pork
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 large egg
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

For the Sauce:

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups beef or vegetable broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• Salt and pepper to taste

For the Noodles:

• 8 ounces egg noodles, cooked according to package instructions

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Make the Meatballs:
   • In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, chopped onion, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, minced garlic, salt, pepper, allspice, and nutmeg. Mix until well combined.
   • Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on a baking sheet.
3. Bake the Meatballs:
   • Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes or until they are cooked through and browned on the outside.
4. Prepare the Sauce:
   • In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour to make a roux.
   • Gradually whisk in the broth and heavy cream until the mixture is smooth.
   • Add soy sauce and season with salt and pepper. Simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens.
5. Combine Meatballs and Sauce:
   • Place the baked meatballs in a baking dish and pour the sauce over them.
6. Bake Again:
   • Bake the meatballs in the sauce for an additional 15-20 minutes or until the sauce is bubbly and the meatballs are heated through.
7. Prepare the Noodles:
   • While the meatballs are baking, cook the egg noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
8. Serve:
   • Serve the Swedish baked meatballs and sauce over the cooked egg noodles.

Enjoy your delicious Swedish Baked Meatballs with Noodles!