Swedish Meatball Noodle Bake (Print-Friendly Version)
Swedish meatballs, creamy noodles, and melty cheese come together as a satisfying baked dish.
# Ingredients:
→ Meatballs
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1 lb ground beef
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1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
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1/4 cup milk
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1 egg
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1/2 small onion, finely chopped
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1/2 tsp garlic powder
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/4 tsp black pepper
→ Noodles and Sauce
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12 oz egg noodles
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2 tbsp butter
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2 tbsp all-purpose flour
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2 cups beef broth
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1/2 cup sour cream
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1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
→ Toppings
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
# Steps:
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Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
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In a bowl, combine breadcrumbs and milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
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Add ground beef, egg, onion, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the breadcrumb mixture. Mix until well combined.
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Form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in size. Place them on a baking sheet lined with foil or parchment paper. Bake the meatballs for 15-20 minutes or until fully cooked.
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While the meatballs bake, cook the egg noodles according to their package directions. Drain and set aside.
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In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute. Slowly whisk in beef broth. Bring to a simmer and cook until thickened, about 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in sour cream and Worcestershire sauce until smooth.
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In a large bowl, gently stir together the cooked noodles, meatballs, and sauce until evenly coated. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
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Top the mixture with shredded mozzarella cheese. Bake for 20 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Garnish with parsley if desired.
# Notes:
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Let the breadcrumb mixture rest so it can fully absorb the milk for the best meatball texture.