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Savory Swedish Meatball Soup Recipe Easy Homemade Comfort Food

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A cozy and comforting Swedish meatball soup with creamy broth and tender veggies, perfect for chilly evenings and easy weeknight meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (or half beef, half pork for richness)
  • 1/2 cup (50 g) breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) milk (whole or 2%)
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1/2 tsp ground allspice
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 4 cups (960 ml) beef or vegetable broth (low-sodium preferred)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk or half-and-half
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour for GF option)
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped (or 1 tsp dried dill)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional garnishes: fresh parsley or extra dill, crusty bread for dipping

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, chopped onion, egg, allspice, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
  2. Shape the mixture into small, bite-sized meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
  3. In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt butter over medium heat. Add diced carrots, celery, and minced garlic. Cook for about 5 minutes until softened.
  4. Sprinkle flour over the veggies and stir constantly for 2 minutes to form a light roux.
  5. Slowly whisk in beef broth, stirring to avoid lumps. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  6. Carefully drop meatballs into the simmering broth. Cover and cook for 15 minutes, turning once gently with a slotted spoon.
  7. Stir in milk or half-and-half and chopped dill. Heat through without boiling. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  8. Let the soup rest off heat for a few minutes to meld flavors and thicken slightly.

Notes

Mix meatball ingredients gently to avoid tough meatballs. Use fresh breadcrumbs or panko for best texture. Keep broth at a gentle simmer to prevent meatballs from breaking apart. Adjust soup thickness by adding more broth or milk if needed. Dairy-free version can be made with coconut milk and olive oil.

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Keywords: Swedish meatball soup, comfort food, easy soup recipe, creamy soup, meatballs, cozy dinner, weeknight meal

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