COPYCAT IKEA SWEDISH MEATBALLS

Copycat Ikea Swedish Meatballs image

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories Meat

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb ground beef
1 egg, beaten
1/2 cup fine dry breadcrumb
2 tablespoons finely chopped onions
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese, cubed
3/4 cup milk
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon dried thyme
hot cooked noodles

Steps:

Combine beef, egg, breadcrumbs, onion, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and nutmeg in a large mixing bowl; mix well.
Shape into 1-inch meatballs.
Heat oil in a large heavy skillet; add meatballs, and brown on all sides.
Remove meatballs from pan; set aside.
Drain drippings, reserving 2 tablespoons in skillet.
Stir in cream cheese, milk, water, parsley, 1/8 teaspoon salt, and thyme into drippings; cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until smooth and thickened.
Return meatballs to skillet.
Serve over noodles, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 514.3, Fat 41.5, SaturatedFat 17.3, Cholesterol 176.9, Sodium 788.6, Carbohydrate 7.2, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 1.9, Protein 27.3