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Swedish Meatballs Noodle Bake

This recipe takes all the flavors we love from classic Swedish meatballs—juicy, perfectly seasoned beef, a rich and velvety cream sauce, and a hint of nutmeg—and turns it into a family-friendly casserole that’s baked to perfection.
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Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

For the meatballs:
  • ½ cup finely chopped onion
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs
  • ½ tsp black pepper
For the casserole:
  • 1 pint heavy whipping cream
  • 2 ½ cups egg noodles
  • 1 ½ cups grated Swiss cheese
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped parsley for garnish

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, combine all the meatball ingredients except the olive oil. Mix thoroughly, then form the mixture into evenly sized meatballs.
  3. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the meatballs on all sides until fully cooked. Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set aside.
  4. Using the same skillet, add the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and heavy cream. Stir to combine and simmer until the sauce thickens slightly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Cook the egg noodles according to the package directions, then drain well. Spread the noodles evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  6. Place the browned meatballs over the noodles. Pour the creamy sauce evenly over the meatballs, then sprinkle the grated Swiss cheese on top.
  7. Bake the casserole uncovered for 20–25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and lightly golden.
  8. Allow the casserole to rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley for a finishing touch.
  9. Enjoy!