SWEDISH DILL MEATBALLS

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The allspice and nutmeg-plus a hint of dill-are what give these tender meatballs their special old-world flavor.-Kathy Ringel, Saline, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h20m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 large eggs, beaten
1/2 cup whole milk
1 cup dry bread crumbs
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 teaspoons dill weed
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons butter
2 pounds ground beef
1/2 pound ground pork
SAUCE:
1/4 cup butter
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) beef broth
1 pint heavy whipping cream
1/2 teaspoon dill weed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Fresh dill sprigs, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 °. In a large bowl, combine eggs, milk, bread crumbs and seasonings; set aside. In a skillet, saute onion in butter until soft; add to egg mixture. Add beef and ground pork; mix well. Cover and refrigerate 1 hour. , Preheat oven to 350°. Shape meat mixture into 1-1/4-in. to 1-1/2-in. balls. Place meatballs on a greased rack in a shallow baking pan. Bake, uncovered, 20-25 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°. Remove from oven and place in a 3-qt. baking dish. , For sauce, melt butter in a saucepan; stir in flour to form a smooth paste. Gradually stir in broth; bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Reduce heat; stir in cream, dill, salt and pepper. If a thicker sauce is desired, continue cooking 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Pour sauce over meatballs. , Bake, uncovered, 40-45 minutes or until heated through and bubbly. Garnish with fresh dill if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 457 calories, Fat 34g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 169mg cholesterol, Sodium 824mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

lil Lama
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These meatballs were a little bland for my taste. I think I would add more dill next time. The sauce was also a little thin. Overall, they were okay, but I wouldn't make them again.


heshara lakshan
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I'm not a big fan of meatballs, but these were really good! The dill added a nice flavor and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I served them with mashed potatoes and they were a hit with my family.


Olaibi Eniola
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These meatballs are a great weeknight meal. They are so easy to make and they are always a hit with my family. I love the combination of dill and ground beef, and the sauce is always so flavorful. I usually serve them with mashed potatoes or egg nood


Vestilios Opulus
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These meatballs are a family favorite! They are so flavorful and juicy, and the sauce is amazing. I always make a double batch because they disappear so quickly. I usually serve them with mashed potatoes or egg noodles.


Milon Gazi
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I love these meatballs! They are so easy to make and they always turn out perfect. I love the combination of dill and ground beef, and the sauce is always so flavorful. I usually serve them with mashed potatoes or egg noodles.


yoish
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I made these meatballs for a party and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them. They were so easy to make and they tasted amazing. I will definitely be making these again.


Afsar Ara
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These meatballs were a little bit of work to make, but they were worth it! They were so flavorful and juicy, and the sauce was amazing. I served them with egg noodles and they were a hit with my family.


BRAVADO TV
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I've made these meatballs several times now and they are always a hit. They are so easy to make and always turn out perfect. I love the combination of dill and ground beef, and the sauce is always so flavorful.


Christine Hurford
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These meatballs were delicious! The dill added a nice flavor and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I served them with mashed potatoes and they were a hit with my family.


Onyeaghala Kings
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I made these meatballs for a party and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them. They were so easy to make and they tasted amazing. I will definitely be making these again.


Red Rose
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These meatballs were a little bit of work to make, but they were worth it! They were so flavorful and juicy, and the sauce was amazing. I served them with egg noodles and they were a hit with my family.


Moumita Rahman
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I've made these meatballs several times now and they are always a hit. They are so easy to make and always turn out perfect. I love the combination of dill and ground beef, and the sauce is always so flavorful.


joseph albert
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These meatballs were delicious! The dill added a nice flavor and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I served them with mashed potatoes and they were a hit with my family.


Chukwuma Precious
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I made these meatballs for a party and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them. They were so easy to make and they tasted amazing. I will definitely be making these again.


Ali Shahid
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These meatballs were a little bit of work to make, but they were worth it! They were so flavorful and juicy, and the sauce was amazing. I served them with egg noodles and they were a hit with my family.


Dave Bless
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I've made these meatballs several times now and they are always a crowd-pleaser. They are so easy to make and always turn out perfect. I love the combination of dill and ground beef, and the sauce is always so flavorful.


Njabulo Shangase
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These meatballs were absolutely delicious! The dill added a unique and flavorful touch, and the sauce was rich and creamy. I served them over mashed potatoes and they were a hit with my family. Will definitely be making these again!