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A steaming bowl of Swedish meatball soup garnished with fresh parsley, featuring tender meatballs nestled in a creamy broth with vegetables and herbs, served on a rustic wooden table with a spoon and bread in the background.

Warm Swedish Meatball Soup

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A hearty and comforting Swedish meatball soup made with tender meatballs, fresh vegetables, and a creamy broth, perfect for chilly evenings.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef or pork
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup bread crumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 4 cups beef or vegetable broth
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 2 potatoes, diced
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1/2 cup sour cream (optional)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions

  1. Mix ground meat, onion, bread crumbs, egg, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  2. Form into small meatballs.
  3. Bring broth to a boil in a large pot, add carrots and potatoes, cook until tender.
  4. Add meatballs to the broth and simmer until cooked through, about 10 minutes.
  5. Stir in peas and sour cream if using, heat through.
  6. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a splash of Worcestershire sauce or Dijon mustard to the meatball mixture. Use a mix of beef and pork for richer taste.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Swedish
  • Diet: Comfort

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 350 Kcal
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 950mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg