Description
Hearty Swedish meatball casserole brings Nordic comfort straight to dinner tables. Rich cream sauce and tender meatballs promise a satisfying meal that welcomes you to savor delicious Scandinavian traditions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 16 oz pasta (egg noodles or penne)
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsps Worcestershire sauce
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 350F (175C), preparing for a comforting casserole assembly.
- Prepare pasta according to package guidelines, ensuring al dente texture, then drain thoroughly.
- Sauté finely chopped onions and minced garlic in a large skillet until translucent and aromatic.
- Introduce meatballs to the skillet, browning them evenly on all sides for rich flavor development.
- Create a creamy sauce by whisking together cream of mushroom soup, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and sour cream until smooth and well-integrated.
- Carefully fold the cooked pasta into the sauce, ensuring each noodle is generously coated with the savory mixture.
- Transfer the pasta and meatball combination to a prepared baking dish, spreading evenly for consistent cooking.
- Allow the casserole to bake for 25-30 minutes, watching for a golden-brown surface and bubbling edges indicating complete heating.
- Remove from oven and sprinkle freshly chopped parsley across the top for a vibrant finishing touch before serving.
Notes
- Swap ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner protein option that keeps the dish light and healthy.
- Add a sprinkle of smoked paprika or nutmeg to the sauce for an authentic Swedish meatball flavor boost that enhances the traditional taste profile.
- Gluten-free friends can substitute regular pasta with cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles to make the casserole more diet-friendly without compromising texture.
- For extra creaminess, mix in a dollop of cream cheese or replace sour cream with Greek yogurt for a tangy, protein-packed twist that adds richness to the sauce.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Swedish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg