Description
A comforting and delicious Swedish Meatball Noodle Bake that combines tender meatballs with creamy noodles, perfect for a family meal.
Ingredients
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- 1 pound ground beef (or your favorite substitute)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 ounces egg noodles
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined and roll into meatballs, about 1-inch in diameter.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the meatballs on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Transfer the meatballs to a plate.
- Cook the egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add beef broth, heavy cream, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard. Stir to combine and allow to simmer for 3-4 minutes.
- In a large casserole dish, mix the cooked noodles and meatballs, then pour the creamy sauce over everything, stirring gently to coat.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for about 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired and serve hot.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Feel free to add vegetables like peas or carrots for extra nutrition.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Swedish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Swedish Meatball Noodle Bake, comfort food, casserole, meatballs, noodles