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Easy Swedish Meatball Sauce

Easy Swedish Meatball Sauce That Transforms Any Meal

A delicious Easy Swedish Meatball Sauce that enhances any meal with a creamy, rich flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Swedish
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 cups beef stock or chicken/vegetable stock
  • 1 cup heavy cream or non-dairy cream
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour or cornstarch for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary or thyme/Italian seasoning
  • 1 pound frozen cooked meatballs thawed

Equipment

  • Medium skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Easy Swedish Meatball Sauce
  1. In a medium skillet, pour in 2 cups of beef stock and 1 cup of heavy cream over medium heat. Stir gently until warmed.
  2. Sprinkle in 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour while whisking continuously to prevent lumps, until smooth.
  3. Stir in 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 teaspoon of ground black pepper, and 1 teaspoon of dried rosemary, letting it simmer.
  4. Add 1 pound of thawed frozen cooked meatballs to the sauce, cover, and simmer gently for 8–10 minutes.
  5. Taste and adjust the seasonings before serving over your preferred side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 450mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently with a splash of cream or stock to restore consistency.

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