Slow Cooker Swedish Meatballs Recipe
Classic Slow Cooker Swedish Meatballs recipe featuring tender precooked meatballs simmered in a creamy, flavorful sauce with hints of Worcestershire, Dijon mustard, allspice, and nutmeg. Perfectly served over egg noodles or mashed potatoes for a comforting and hearty meal with minimal effort.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours (high) or 4-5 hours (low)
- Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes (high) or 4 hours 10 minutes (low)
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Swedish
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
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Meatballs
- 26 ounces frozen precooked meatballs
Sauce
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Dash of allspice
- Dash of nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
To Serve
- Egg noodles or mashed potatoes
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prep the slow cooker: Spray the inside of your slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Add meatballs: Place the 26 ounces of frozen precooked meatballs evenly in the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Melt butter and make roux: In a medium skillet over medium-high heat, melt 4 tablespoons of butter. Whisk in 3 tablespoons of flour to form a smooth paste (roux), cooking for about 1 to 2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
- Add liquids: Gradually whisk in 2 cups of beef broth and 1 cup of heavy cream, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
- Season and thicken sauce: Stir in 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, a dash of allspice, and a dash of nutmeg. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, stirring regularly until it thickens slightly. Season with salt and pepper to your preference.
- Combine sauce and meatballs: Pour the prepared sauce evenly over the meatballs in the slow cooker.
- Cook: Cover and cook on high for 2 hours or on low for 4 to 5 hours, until meatballs are heated through and the sauce is flavorful and creamy.
- Serve: Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve the Swedish meatballs over cooked egg noodles or creamy mashed potatoes.
Notes
- Use precooked frozen meatballs to save time; homemade meatballs can be used but require adjusting cooking times.
- For a thicker sauce, increase the flour to 4 tablespoons or reduce the liquid slightly.
- Nutmeg and allspice add warm, subtle flavors; do not omit for authentic taste.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and freeze well for up to 3 months.
- Egg noodles or mashed potatoes complement the creamy sauce perfectly, but rice or steamed vegetables work as alternatives.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup of meatballs and sauce with noodles
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
Keywords: Swedish meatballs, slow cooker, creamy sauce, beef meatballs, comfort food, easy dinner
