Description
Indulge in a warm, creamy bowl of Swedish Meatball Soup, featuring tender meatballs simmered in a rich broth with fresh vegetables. This comforting dish is perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings, offering a delightful blend of flavors that will transport you to cozy dining experiences of the past. Enjoy it as a main course paired with crusty bread for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (lean)
- 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 3–4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 medium carrots (diced)
- 2 stalks celery (diced)
- 2 tbsp fresh dill (chopped)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the Meatballs: In a bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Sauté Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add diced carrots and celery; sauté until softened.
- Add Broth: Gradually pour in beef broth while stirring. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Create Meatballs: Roll small portions of meat mixture into balls (about 1 inch) and drop them into the simmering broth.
- Add Creaminess: After about 10 minutes, stir in heavy cream gently.
- Finish with Herbs: Just before serving, stir in chopped dill and parsley for freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Swedish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg