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Swedish Meatball Casserole

Swedish Meatball Casserole: Cozy Comfort Food for Family Nights

Enjoy a hearty Swedish Meatball Casserole that combines creamy noodles and savory meatballs for a delicious family dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Swedish
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 12 ounces wide egg noodles penne or rotini can be substituted
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 medium finely diced onion shallots can be substituted
  • 8 ounces button mushrooms sliced thinly
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour gluten-free flour is a suitable alternative
  • 2 cups beef broth vegetable broth can be used for vegetarian version
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce coconut aminos can be used for a different flavor
  • 1 cup sour cream Greek yogurt can lighten it up
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream using half-and-half is a lighter option
  • 20 ounces frozen meatballs thawed
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley optional, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Medium saucepan
  • 13x9 inch baking dish
  • Colander
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Cook the noodles by boiling a large pot of water with a pinch of salt. Add wide egg noodles and cook until al dente, around 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a 13x9 inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  3. In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add diced onion and sliced mushrooms, sauté for about 3-5 minutes until softened.
  4. Whisk in all-purpose flour to form a roux and cook for about 1 minute until slightly golden.
  5. Gradually add beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, whisking to avoid lumps. Cook until thinned, about 3-5 minutes. Stir in sour cream and heavy cream until combined, season with salt and pepper.
  6. Combine cooked noodles with sauce and thawed meatballs in a large mixing bowl. Mix gently.
  7. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Bake for 20-30 minutes until bubbling and golden.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This casserole can be assembled up to 24 hours in advance and is freezer-friendly for up to 3 months.

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