Description
Swedish Meatball Noodle Bake brings all the cozy, spiced flavors of classic Swedish meatballs into a creamy, cheesy baked casserole. Juicy homemade meatballs, tender egg noodles, and a rich sour cream sauce make this an irresistible family dinner with comforting Scandinavian flair.
Ingredients
For the Meatballs:
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1 lb ground beef
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1/2 lb ground pork
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1/2 cup breadcrumbs
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1 egg
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1 tsp salt
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1/2 tsp black pepper
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1/2 tsp allspice
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1/2 tsp nutmeg
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2 tbsp finely chopped onion
For the Bake:
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8 oz egg noodles
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2 tbsp butter
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2 tbsp flour
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2 cups beef broth
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1 cup sour cream
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1 cup shredded mozzarella or Swiss cheese
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Chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
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Make the Meatballs: In a bowl, combine all meatball ingredients. Mix until just combined and form into 1-inch balls.
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In a large skillet, brown the meatballs on all sides (they don’t need to be fully cooked). Set aside.
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Cook Noodles: Prepare egg noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
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Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in beef broth and cook until thickened.
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Remove from heat and stir in sour cream. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
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Assemble the Bake: Combine cooked noodles and sauce in a bowl. Fold in browned meatballs. Transfer to prepared baking dish.
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Sprinkle cheese evenly over the top.
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Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until hot and bubbly.
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Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
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You can substitute all ground beef if preferred.
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For extra richness, add a pinch of Dijon mustard to the sauce.
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This dish freezes well—assemble and freeze before baking.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
