Description
Hearty Swedish meatball noodle bake blends classic Nordic comfort with creamy, savory goodness. Cheese-topped pasta and tender meatballs create a satisfying meal that brings warmth and flavor to your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 lb ground pork
- 2 cups egg noodles
- 1 cup beef broth
Seasoning and Binding:
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
Sauce and Topping:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp dijon mustard
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and generously grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, black pepper, dried parsley, and nutmeg, thoroughly blending the ingredients until well incorporated.
- Form the meat mixture into uniform, bite-sized meatballs, ensuring consistent size for even cooking.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and brown the meatballs on all sides, creating a rich caramelized exterior, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook egg noodles in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Create the creamy sauce by whisking together beef broth, heavy cream, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, and sour cream until smooth and well combined.
- Arrange the browned meatballs and cooked noodles in the prepared baking dish, carefully distributing them evenly.
- Pour the prepared sauce over the meatballs and noodles, ensuring complete coverage.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese across the top of the dish for a golden, melted finish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the meatballs are cooked through.
- Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before serving to allow the sauce to set and flavors to meld.
Notes
- Ensure meatballs are uniformly sized to guarantee consistent cooking and prevent some pieces from becoming dry or undercooked.
- Replace beef and pork with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner protein option that still maintains rich flavor profile.
- Add a splash of soy sauce or Worcestershire sauce directly into meat mixture to enhance umami depth and increase overall seasoning complexity.
- Opt for gluten-free breadcrumbs and egg noodles to transform this dish into a celiac-friendly meal without compromising taste or texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Swedish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg