Description

This Swedish Meatball Noodle Bake is the ultimate comfort food casserole — combining tender egg noodles, creamy gravy-style sauce, juicy meatballs, and melty cheese baked to golden perfection. It’s a cozy, one-pan dinner idea that’s freezer-friendly, family-approved, and loaded with traditional Swedish flavor. A perfect easy dinner for busy nights, gatherings, or whenever you’re craving something hearty and homemade.

Ingredients

250g ground beef

250g ground pork

1/2 cup breadcrumbs

1 large egg

1/2 onion, finely diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/4 teaspoon ground allspice

1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

300g wide egg noodles

3 tablespoons butter

3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

2 cups beef broth

1 cup sour cream

1/2 cup heavy cream

1 1/2 cups shredded cheese (mozzarella or cheddar)

2 tablespoons chopped parsley

Instructions

1. In a bowl, combine ground beef, pork, breadcrumbs, egg, sautéed onion, garlic, allspice, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Mix and roll into small meatballs.

2. Brown the meatballs in a skillet over medium heat until cooked through. Set aside.

3. Cook egg noodles in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.

4. In the same skillet, melt butter and whisk in flour to create a roux.

5. Gradually stir in beef broth until smooth, then add sour cream and heavy cream. Simmer until slightly thickened.

6. In a large baking dish, mix noodles, meatballs, and sauce. Toss to coat evenly.

7. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top.

8. Bake at 375°F (190°C) uncovered for 20–25 minutes until bubbly and golden.

9. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

10. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

Make ahead: assemble and refrigerate unbaked for up to 24 hours.

Try adding mushrooms or spinach for extra texture and nutrients.

Use a blend of cheese for deeper flavor, like mozzarella and Gruyère.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Baked
Cuisine: Swedish-American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 portion (1/6 of bake)
Calories: 610
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 650mg
Fat: 36g
Saturated Fat: 18g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 31g
Cholesterol: 120mg

Keywords: comfort food, noodle bake, meatball casserole, easy dinner, family recipe, creamy pasta