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One-Pan Creamy Swedish Meatball Noodle Bake

A spoonful of cheesy Swedish meatball noodle bake is lifted, showing long, stretchy cheese pulls over the creamy pasta and meatballs.
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Make a comforting, family-friendly Swedish meatball casserole with a creamy sauce and tender noodles, baked until bubbly.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 pound ground pork
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
  • Pinch of ground nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 8 ounces egg noodles
  • 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, salt, pepper, allspice, and nutmeg. Mix gently until just combined; do not overmix.
  3. Roll the meat mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. You should have about 30 meatballs.
  4. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown the meatballs in batches on all sides. Remove the meatballs and set them aside. Drain off excess fat, leaving about 1 tablespoon in the skillet.
  5. Add the chopped onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  6. Whisk the flour into the skillet drippings and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  7. Slowly whisk in the beef broth until smooth. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook until the sauce thickens slightly, about 3 minutes.
  8. Stir in the heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Cook the egg noodles according to package directions until al dente. Drain the noodles well.
  10. In a large bowl, combine the cooked noodles, the creamy sauce, and the browned meatballs. Stir gently to coat everything evenly.
  11. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  12. In a small bowl, mix the Swiss and mozzarella cheeses together. Sprinkle the cheese mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.
  13. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly and the cheese is melted and lightly golden brown.
  14. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • For a quicker meal, you can use pre-cooked frozen meatballs, skipping steps 3 and 4. Add them directly to the sauce in step 6.
  • Serve this savory pasta bake with quick-pickled cucumbers or a simple green salad for contrast.
  • If you want a slightly tangier flavor reminiscent of lingonberry, stir in 1 teaspoon of balsamic vinegar with the cream in step 6.

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