TIME/LIFE SWEDISH MEATBALLS
According to the 1968 Time/Life book, Foods of the World: The Cooking of Scandinavia, this recipe makes true Swedish meatballs. The proper name is Sma Kottbullar.
Provided by Lennie
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 2h30m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a small frying pan, melt the tbsp of butter over med heat; when foam subsides, add onions and cook for about 5 minutes until they are soft and translucent but not brown.
- In a large bowl, combine the onions, mashed potato, bread crumbs, meat, cream, salt, egg and parsley; knead vigorously with both hands or beat with a wooden spoon until all of the ingredients are well blended and the mixture is smooth and fluffy.
- Shape into small balls about one inch in diameter.
- Arrange meatballs in one layer on a baking sheet or flat tray, cover with plastic wrap, and chill for at least 1 hour before cooking.
- Over high heat, in a large heavy skillet, melt the 2 tbsp butter and 2 tbsp oil; when the foam subsides, add the meatballs, 8 to 10 at a time.
- Reduce the heat to medium and fry balls on all sides, shaking pan almost constantly to roll the balls around in the hot fat to help keep their shape.
- In 8 to 10 minutes the meatballs should be brown outside and show no trace of pink inside when one is broken open with a knife.
- Add more butter and oil as needed to the skillet as you fry each batch, and transfer finished meatballs to a casserole dish and keep warm in a 200F oven.
- If you want to make a sauce, the book recommends making one with the pan juices; here's how.
- Remove pan from heat and pour off all fat; stir in 1 tbsp of flour.
- Quickly stir in 3/4 cup of light or heavy cream and boil the sauce over medium heat for 2 or 3 minutes, stirring constantly, until it is thick and smooth.
- Pour over meatballs and serve with noodles or potatoes.
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[email protected]These meatballs were delicious! I used a combination of ground beef and pork, and they turned out so tender and flavorful. The sauce was also amazing, with the perfect balance of sweetness and acidity.
Ishika Hiranya
[email protected]These Swedish meatballs are the best I've ever had. They're so flavorful and juicy, and the sauce is to die for. I will definitely be making this recipe again and again.
Shabi786 Love
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The meatballs are always cooked perfectly and the sauce is always delicious. I highly recommend this recipe!
Williams Mukanzo
[email protected]These meatballs were easy to make and turned out great. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the meatballs were tender and juicy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy Swedish meatball recipe.
Jessica Dennis
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of Swedish meatballs, but I tried this recipe and was pleasantly surprised. The meatballs were tender and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and creamy. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
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[email protected]These Swedish meatballs were a hit at my party! Everyone loved them. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the meatballs were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
Rodolfo Rudy Reyes
[email protected]I've tried many Swedish meatball recipes, but this one is by far the best. The meatballs are so tender and juicy, and the sauce is absolutely delicious. I highly recommend this recipe!
Israfil hossen
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The meatballs were so moist and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and creamy. I served them with mashed potatoes and lingonberry jam, and it was a perfect meal.
Carla Martinez
[email protected]These meatballs were delicious! I used a combination of ground beef and pork, and they turned out so tender and flavorful. The sauce was also amazing, with the perfect balance of sweetness and acidity.
Lennox Graham
[email protected]I was skeptical about making Swedish meatballs from a recipe online, but I'm so glad I did. These meatballs were delicious! The sauce was rich and flavorful, and the meatballs were cooked perfectly.
Ejike Amadi
[email protected]These Swedish meatballs were easy to make and turned out great. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the meatballs were tender and juicy. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
Rigo Acosta
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The meatballs are always cooked perfectly and the sauce is always delicious. I highly recommend this recipe!
Randall Richardson
[email protected]These Swedish meatballs are the best I've ever had. They're so flavorful and juicy, and the sauce is to die for. I will definitely be making this recipe again and again.
Dinesh Sah
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of Swedish meatballs, but these were so good that I ate three servings! The sauce was rich and creamy and the meatballs were so tender.
Shoaib Mahbub
[email protected]This is my new go-to recipe for Swedish meatballs. The combination of flavors is amazing and the meatballs are always cooked to perfection.
Chibike Okorie
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the meatballs turned out perfectly. They were so delicious that I couldn't stop eating them!
Chigbata Michael
[email protected]These Swedish meatballs were a hit with my family! The sauce was flavorful and the meatballs were tender and juicy. I will definitely be making this recipe again.