Description
A cozy casserole with Swedish-style meatballs, egg noodles, and creamy sauce baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
For the Meatballs:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Noodle Bake:
- 8 ounces egg noodles, cooked according to package instructions
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Meatballs
In a large mixing bowl, combine:
1 lb ground beef
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup milk
1 egg
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp onion powder
1/4 tsp allspice
1/4 tsp nutmeg
Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
Roll mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. You should get around 20–24 meatballs.
Cook the Meatballs
Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
Add meatballs in batches (if needed) and cook until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 8–10 minutes.
Remove from skillet and set aside on a plate.
Make the Sauce
In the same skillet, melt 2 tbsp unsalted butter over medium heat.
Whisk in 2 tbsp flour and cook for 1–2 minutes until the mixture is golden and bubbling (this creates a roux).
Slowly whisk in 2 cups beef broth, followed by 1 cup heavy cream.
Stir in 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened, whisking frequently to keep smooth.
Assemble the Casserole
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked egg noodles and the cooked meatballs.
Pour the cream sauce over the mixture and gently toss to coat evenly.
Bake
Transfer the noodle and meatball mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes, or until the top is golden and the sauce is bubbling around the edges.
Garnish and Serve
Remove from the oven and let sit for 5 minutes.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Enjoy hot and creamy!
Notes
Be gentle when stirring the noodles and meatballs together to keep them intact.
The sauce will thicken as it bakes—don’t over-thicken it in the skillet.
Fresh parsley brightens the dish and adds a fresh finishing touch.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Casserole, Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Swedish-American
Keywords: Swedish meatball bake, noodle casserole, creamy meatball pasta