Description
Swedish Meatball Soup is a heartwarming dish that combines tender meatballs with a creamy, flavorful broth. Infused with nutmeg and dill, each spoonful offers a cozy embrace perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings. Easy to prepare, this soup not only satisfies hunger but also evokes cherished memories of home cooking.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 1 cup fresh breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 2 tbsp fresh dill (or 1 tbsp dried dill)
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 medium potatoes, diced
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic, nutmeg, and salt. Mix gently.
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté diced carrots in oil until softened. Add chopped potatoes and cook until slightly browned.
- Gradually pour in vegetable broth while stirring. Bring to a simmer and add the meatballs carefully.
- Cover and let simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in heavy cream and fresh dill; adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional dill if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Swedish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg