Swedish Meatball Noodle Bake Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
• STEP 2.In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
• STEP 3.Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
• STEP 4.Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides.
• STEP 5.Transfer the meatballs to the prepared baking dish.
• STEP 6.In the same skillet, melt butter and whisk in flour until smooth. Gradually whisk in beef broth and bring to a boil.
• STEP 7.Reduce heat and stir in sour cream, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Cook until heated through.
• STEP 8.Pour the sauce over the meatballs in the baking dish.
• STEP 9.Cook the egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and add to the baking dish, mixing well with the meatballs and sauce.
• STEP 10.Sprinkle grated cheese over the top.
• STEP 11.Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
• STEP 12.Serve hot and enjoy!

Cooking Tips

• For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of nutmeg or allspice to the meatball mixture.
• If the sauce is too thick, you can thin it out with a little milk or additional beef broth.
• Feel free to customize the dish by adding vegetables like peas or mushrooms to the sauce.
• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To reheat, simply place the leftovers in a microwave-safe dish and heat until warmed through.

Storage and Serving

• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To reheat, simply place the leftovers in a microwave-safe dish and heat until warmed through.
• Serve the Swedish Meatball Noodle Bake hot as a main dish with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh salad.