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Swedish Meatball Soup

Swedish Meatball Soup Recipe (Creamy Comfort Food in 45 Minutes)

This creamy Swedish Meatball Soup brings together tender homemade meatballs, egg noodles, and a silky, seasoned broth for the perfect cozy meal. It’s hearty, flavorful, and ready in just 45 minutes — an easy one-pot comfort classic ideal for chilly nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course, Soup
Cuisine Comfort Food, Scandinavian, Swedish
Calories 440 kcal

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • Dutch Oven or Soup Pot
  • Whisk
  • Ladle
  • Meat thermometer

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef or pork (or mix of both)
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, peeled and diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups beef broth (or chicken broth)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp salt, or to taste
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 cups egg noodles (or diced potatoes)
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, Worcestershire sauce, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined. Roll into 1-inch meatballs (about 24–30 total).
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown the meatballs on all sides, 5–7 minutes per batch. Transfer to a plate; they do not need to be fully cooked through.
  • In a large soup pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook 5–7 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  • Sprinkle flour over vegetables and stir continuously for 1–2 minutes to form a roux that thickens the soup.
  • Gradually whisk in beef broth, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Add nutmeg, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer.
  • Add browned meatballs and egg noodles to the simmering soup. Reduce heat and cook 10–12 minutes, until noodles are tender and meatballs reach 160°F internally.
  • Stir in heavy cream and simmer 3–5 minutes longer. Adjust seasoning as needed with salt and pepper.
  • Ladle into bowls, top with chopped parsley, and serve hot with crusty bread or dinner rolls.
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