How to Make Jean's Swedish Faux Meatballs - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to Swedish cuisine, one of the most iconic dishes is the traditional meatball. These delicious, savory treats are a beloved staple of Swedish cooking, and for good reason. However, for those who prefer to follow a plant-based diet, traditional meatballs are not an option.

That's where Jean's Swedish Faux Meatballs come in. This recipe offers a fantastic alternative to traditional meatballs, using a combination of plant-based ingredients to create a similar taste and text...

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Ingredients

  • 3 slices bread, crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons chopped onion
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¾ cup skim milk
  • 2 (12 ounce) packages frozen burger-style crumbles
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 1 cup half-and-half cream

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl combine bread crumbs, onion, pepper, nutmeg and milk. Stir in burger-style crumbles until well blended. Form into 1 1/2 balls.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the 'meat' balls in butter. Remove with a slotted spoon and place in a 2 quart casserole dish.
  • Whisk flour into drippings in skillet; cook until bubbly, stirring constantly. Stir in broth and cream and continue cooking, stirring, until sauce thickens and boils, about 1 minute. Pour over 'meat' balls .
  • Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    560 cal.

    • Total Fat: 17g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 36mg
    • Sodium: 1375mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 21g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 94g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 305mg
    • Iron: 17mg
    • Potassium: 203mg