Creamy Swedish-Style Meatballs with Mashed Potatoes & Broccoli

The dish in the image appears to be Creamy Swedish-Style Meatballs, served over fluffy mashed potatoes with steamed broccoli and a rich, velvety cream gravy.

Ingredients

Meatballs

• 1 lb (450 g) ground beef

• ½ lb (225 g) ground pork

• ½ cup breadcrumbs

• 1 egg

• ¼ cup milk

• 1 small onion, finely grated

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

• ½ tsp allspice

• ¼ tsp nutmeg

Cream Gravy

• 2 tbsp butter

• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour

• 2 cups beef broth

• ½ cup heavy cream

• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

• Salt and pepper to taste

Mashed Potatoes

• 2 lbs (900 g) Yukon Gold potatoes

• 4 tbsp butter

• ½ cup warm milk

• Salt to taste

Vegetables

• 3 cups broccoli florets

• Salt and pepper

Garnish

• Fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

1. Make the Meatballs

1. Mix beef, pork, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, onion, garlic, and seasonings.

2. Roll into 1½-inch meatballs.

3. Heat a skillet over medium heat.

4. Brown meatballs on all sides for 8–10 minutes.

5. Remove and set aside.

2. Prepare the Gravy

1. In the same skillet, melt butter.

2. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute.

3. Slowly add beef broth while whisking.

4. Stir in cream and Worcestershire sauce.

5. Return meatballs to the pan.

6. Simmer for 10 minutes until cooked through.

3. Make the Mashed Potatoes

1. Boil potatoes until tender.

2. Drain and mash.

3. Mix in butter, warm milk, and salt.

4. Cook the Broccoli

1. Steam broccoli for 4–5 minutes until tender-crisp.

2. Season lightly with salt and pepper.

5. Assemble

1. Spoon mashed potatoes onto plates.

2. Top with meatballs and gravy.

3. Add broccoli on the side.

4. Garnish with parsley.

Nutrition (Approximate Per Serving)

• Calories: 650–750

• Protein: 35–40 g

• Carbohydrates: 35–45 g

• Fat: 35–45 g

Flavor Profile

🥩 Juicy, tender meatballs
🥔 Creamy buttery mashed potatoes
🥦 Fresh broccoli for balance
🤍 Rich savory cream gravy
🌿 Warm, comforting homestyle flavors

Serving Suggestions

• Cranberry sauce or lingonberry jam

• Dinner rolls

• Roasted carrots

• Cucumber salad

Yield

• 4–6 servings

• Prep Time: 20 minutes

• Cook Time: 35 minutes

• Total Time: 55 minutes

A comforting family-style meal featuring golden-browned meatballs smothered in silky cream gravy, served with fluffy mashed potatoes and vibrant broccoli. 🥩🥔🥦✨