Grandma's Swedish Meatballs

Ingredients

• 1 lb lean ground beef
• 1/2 cup bread crumbs
• 1/2 cup whole milk
• 1/2 cup grated onion
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 3 tablespoons flour
• 2 cups beef broth

Directions

1. In a large bowl, mix together the beef, bread crumbs, milk, onion, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper until just combined.
2. Form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and set aside.
3. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the meatballs and brown on all sides, about 8 minutes.
4. Sprinkle the flour over the meatballs and cook for 1 minute.
5. Add the beef broth and stir to combine. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.
6. Serve over mashed potatoes or egg noodles, with a side of lingonberries.

Interesting Facts

• Swedish meatballs are a staple in Swedish cuisine and have been around since the 18th century.
• The original recipe included allspice, nutmeg, and white wine.
• The Swedish version of the meatball is much smaller than the Italian version.