Swedish Meatballs (Köttbullar)

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 egg
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg
• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1/2 cup heavy cream

Directions:

1. In a bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and milk. Let it sit for a few minutes.
2. Add the ground beef, chopped onion, egg, salt, pepper, and nutmeg to the breadcrumb mixture. Mix until well combined.
3. Shape the mixture into small meatballs.
4. In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Brown the meatballs on all sides.
5. Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set aside.
6. Stir in the flour into the skillet to make a roux.
7. Gradually whisk in the beef broth and heavy cream until smooth.
8. Bring the mixture to a simmer and return the meatballs to the skillet.
9. Let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes until the meatballs are cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
10. Serve the Swedish meatballs hot with lingonberry sauce and mashed potatoes.