TURKEY-APPLE SWEDISH MEATBALLS

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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h

Yield 6 (about 36 small meatballs)

Number Of Ingredients 20

For the meatballs:
3 cups packed torn pumpernickel bread
1 cup whole milk
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
6 small shallots, chopped (about 1/2 cup)
1 Granny Smith apple, peeled and grated
2 cloves garlic, minced
Pinch of ground cinnamon
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 1/4 pounds lean ground turkey
1 large egg
Cooking spray
For the gravy:
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
Mashed potatoes, for serving (optional)
Chopped fresh parsley and/or chives, for topping

Steps:

  • Make the meatballs: Pulse the bread in a food processor to make fine crumbs. Add the milk and Worcestershire sauce and pulse to make a paste; set aside.
  • Heat the butter and vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat; add the shallots and cook, stirring, until golden brown, about 8 minutes. Add the apple, garlic, cinnamon, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper and cook until the apple is tender, about 3 minutes. Stir in the breadcrumb mixture and cook, stirring, until thickened, about 4 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl and let cool completely.
  • Add the turkey and egg to the bowl and beat with a mixer on lowspeed until well combined, about 4 minutes. Cover and refrigerate at least 30 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F and coat a baking sheet with cooking spray. Dampen your hands and form the meat mixture into 36 balls (about1 inch each). Arrange on the prepared baking sheet and bake until lightly browned, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, make the gravy: Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk to make a smooth paste, about 3 minutes. Gradually whisk in the chicken broth, then add the Worcestershire sauce. Cook, whisking, until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Add the meatballs and simmer until firm and cooked through, about 10 minutes. Serve over mashed potatoes and top with parsley and/or chives.

Dudu Mashile
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These meatballs were easy to make and tasted great. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Jakair Jones
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These meatballs were delicious! I made them for my family and they loved them. I will definitely be making them again.


sajjad Teaches
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I made these meatballs for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them and asked for the recipe.


Akmal Mughal
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These meatballs were a bit bland. I think I would add more spices next time.


Farooq Sahab
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These meatballs were amazing! I loved the combination of flavors and textures. I will definitely be making them again.


Ajmal Rasuli
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I'm not a big fan of meatballs, but these were actually pretty good. The apples and cranberries added a nice flavor.


Shapna Chowdhury
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These meatballs were a bit too sweet for my taste. I would probably reduce the amount of apples and cranberries next time.


Shari Edwards
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. My family loves the meatballs and they're always asking for more.


Kumbirai Mabedhla
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These meatballs were easy to make and tasted great. I especially liked the addition of apples and cranberries.


Ch asif Ch
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I made these meatballs for my family and they were a huge hit! They loved the sweet and sour flavor of the apples and cranberries.


coj poster
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These meatballs were a disappointment. They were dry and bland. I wouldn't recommend this recipe.


t gold t gold
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! These meatballs are so easy to make and they taste amazing. I've already made them twice.


Jagat Adhikari
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These meatballs were delicious! I made them for a party and they were a hit. Everyone loved the sweet and savory flavor.


md rowson
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I've tried this recipe twice now and both times the meatballs have turned out tough. I'm not sure what I'm doing wrong.


Chloe Goose
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These meatballs were a bit too dry for my taste. I think I would add more apples or cranberries next time.


nicholas mutua
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I made these meatballs for my family and they loved them! They were so easy to make and tasted amazing. I will definitely be making them again.


App Install
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These meatballs are so moist and flavorful. The apples and cranberries add a nice touch of sweetness and tartness.


Umer Ismail
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I've made these meatballs several times now and they're always a crowd-pleaser. They're perfect for a party or potluck.


DJ Lys
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These meatballs were a hit with my family! They were easy to make and tasted delicious. I especially loved the sweet and tangy flavor of the apples and cranberries.