Certainly! Here’s a simple recipe for Swedish Meatball Pasta Bake:
Ingredients:
For the meatballs:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 pound ground pork
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 egg
For the pasta bake:
- 8 oz pasta (penne or any preferred shape)
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup beef or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine all the meatball ingredients – ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, milk, chopped onion, minced garlic, salt, pepper, allspice, nutmeg, and egg. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
- In a large skillet, heat some oil over medium-high heat. Brown the meatballs on all sides, cooking them in batches if necessary. Once browned, transfer the meatballs to a plate and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour to create a roux. Cook for a couple of minutes until the flour is golden brown.
- Gradually whisk in the beef or vegetable broth and heavy cream, ensuring there are no lumps. Cook until the mixture thickens, stirring constantly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- In a large baking dish, combine the cooked pasta, meatballs, and the creamy sauce. Toss everything together to coat evenly.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the meatballs are cooked through.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Enjoy your delicious Swedish Meatball Pasta Bake!
