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Nordic Comfort: Cheery Swedish Meatball Noodle Soup

Experience the ultimate cozy meal with tender, juicy meatballs and satisfying egg noodles simmered in a rich, creamy broth. An updated twist on a classic Swedish dish with extra special tips for a time-saving technique and enhanced flavor!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Swedish
Calories: 825
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1/4 cup plain bread crumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup minced onion
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 2 teaspoons dried parsley
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1/4 cup diced onion
  • 3 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 6 cups beef broth
  • 2 cups half and half
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 oz egg noodles

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, bread crumbs, egg, 1/4 cup minced onion, 2 teaspoons minced garlic, dried parsley, ground allspice, ground nutmeg, black pepper, and salt. Gently mix until evenly combined. Using a small ice cream scoop or tablespoon, form 20 meatballs.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Add meatballs and sear them on all sides for about 10 minutes until they develop a golden crust. Remove meatballs and set aside.
  3. Lower the heat and add butter to the same pot. Stir in 1/4 cup diced onion and sauté until softened (about 3 minutes). Add 3 teaspoons minced garlic and cook for another minute. Sprinkle in flour and stir continuously to form a smooth roux.
  4. Gradually whisk in beef broth and half and half. Stir in Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then lower the heat to a simmer.
  5. Add egg noodles and cook for 5-8 minutes until they are almost tender. Then return the seared meatballs to the pot and allow everything to simmer until the noodles are fully cooked and the meatballs are infused with flavor. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.