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Swedish Meatball Noodle Bake

A comforting casserole combining creamy noodles and savory Swedish meatballs, perfect for family dinners.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Swedish
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb ground beef (or your choice of lean ground meat)
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 onion finely chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
For the Casserole
  • 12 oz egg noodles
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (optional)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Boil a pot of water, then add the egg noodles. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, chopped onion, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Form small meatballs (about 1-inch) and place them on a baking sheet.
Cooking
  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the meatballs for about 5-7 minutes, turning them until they are golden on all sides. They don’t have to be completely cooked through since they will continue to cook in the oven.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together sour cream, beef broth, and Worcestershire sauce.
  3. In your greased baking dish, layer the egg noodles, followed by the meatballs. Pour the sauce over everything, ensuring all ingredients are well-coated.
  4. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
  5. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  6. Remove from the oven, and sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top before serving.

Notes

For additional flavor, add a touch of Dijon mustard to the sauce. Feel free to use ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option, or even a plant-based meat substitute.