Norwegian Meatballs
🕒 Cook Time: 1 hour and 45 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 20 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 2 hours and 5 minutes
Description:
Delight your taste buds with these savory Norwegian Meatballs, a cherished recipe from lovewithrecipes.com. Perfect for any occasion, these meatballs are a delectable combination of ground beef, pork sausage, and aromatic spices, sure to satisfy even the most discerning palate.
Recipe Category: Pork
Keywords: Meat, High Protein, High In…, Oven, Stove Top, < 4 Hours
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 809.8
- Fat Content: 56.4g
- Saturated Fat Content: 22g
- Cholesterol Content: 315.8mg
- Sodium Content: 1144.2mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 14.7g
- Fiber Content: 0.6g
- Sugar Content: 0.5g
- Protein Content: 56.8g
Recipe Yield: Makes approximately 4 dozen meatballs
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | Ground beef |
| 1/2 | Pork sausage |
| 2 | Eggs |
| 2/3 | Half-and-half |
| 1/2 | Flour |
| 1 | Salt |
| 1/2 | Pepper |
| 1/2 | Ginger |
| 2 | Onions |
Instructions:
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Preparation:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine all the ingredients thoroughly until well incorporated.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate overnight to allow the flavors to meld together.
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Forming Meatballs:
- The following day, remove the mixture from the refrigerator.
- Shape the mixture into small, bite-sized meatballs, ensuring they are evenly sized for consistent cooking.
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Browning:
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a small amount of oil.
- Carefully place the meatballs in the skillet, ensuring they are not overcrowded.
- Brown the meatballs on all sides until they develop a rich, golden-brown crust. This step enhances the flavor and texture of the meatballs.
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Preparing Gravy:
- Once all the meatballs are browned, transfer them to a large baking pan, arranging them in a single layer.
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Making the Gravy:
- In the same skillet used for browning the meatballs, retain the drippings.
- Add flour to the skillet, using it to absorb the drippings and create a roux.
- Gradually pour in beef broth, stirring constantly to prevent lumps from forming.
- Allow the gravy to simmer, thickening gradually as it cooks.
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Combining:
- Once the gravy has reached the desired consistency, carefully pour it over the meatballs in the baking pan.
- Ensure that all the meatballs are evenly coated with the rich, flavorful gravy.
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Baking:
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Cover the baking pan with aluminum foil, ensuring a snug fit to trap in moisture.
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 1 1/2 hours, allowing the meatballs to cook through and absorb the savory flavors of the gravy.
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Serving:
- Once baked to perfection, remove the Norwegian meatballs from the oven.
- Serve them hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired, alongside your favorite side dishes or atop a bed of creamy mashed potatoes.
Indulge in the irresistible taste of these Norwegian Meatballs, packed with protein and bursting with flavor. Whether served as an appetizer, main course, or party snack, these meatballs are sure to be a hit at any gathering. Enjoy the warmth and comfort of homemade goodness with each savory bite!
