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Swedish Meatballs I

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"This is one of my husband's favorites. I created it using several other Swedish meatball recipes that didn't quite make the grade."
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This recipe has been rated 250 times with an average star rating of 4.1
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PREP TIME  15 Min
COOK TIME  1 Hr
READY IN  1 Hr 15 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/4 cup dry cream of wheat cereal
  • 1/4 cup minced onion
  • 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
  • 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

What to Drink?
Wine Zinfandel

DIRECTIONS

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the egg and the milk. Add the beef, cream of wheat and onion and mix well. Shape into 1 inch balls. Place balls on a lightly greased baking sheet.
  3. Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for about 20 minutes.
  4. Drain meatballs on paper towels, if needed. Then place meatballs in a lightly greased 2 quart casserole dish. In a separate medium bowl, combine the soups with the evaporated milk, stirring until smooth. Pour over the meatballs.
  5. Bake uncovered at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for another 40 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley before serving.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on oct. 18, 2003 by Jimmy 78 
As others have suggested, I used Marla's Meatballs & Jessica's Sauce. Didn't do anything... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on nov. 12, 2007 by SIMPLYSASSY 
I don't usually leave feedback, but this one deserves it. I doubled this recipe, used frozen... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on feb. 21, 2003 by CSANDST1 
Great dinner but made modifications according to our preferences and other's suggestions. I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on mar. 19, 2003 by BEANHEAD 
People who say this recipe was too sweet are definitely using the wrong kind of milk. Must be... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on may 15, 2003 by MOM2SIXGREATKIDS 
I followed Beanhead's idea below. It was SO yummy and tasty! My husband was so impressed, he... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on may 8, 2005 by JROWE416 
This is great comfort food. I added about 1 tsp of tastefully simple seasoned salt and some... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on nov. 2, 2002 by Vargo5 
I used the pre-made meatballs - which reduced all the time. It was a great quick meal. I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on dec. 15, 2003 by azgal 
Very Tasty! I did make a few changes though. I used Italian bread crumbs instead of cream of... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on jul. 28, 2003 by Navy_Mommy 
I really liked this. It was so much better than the frozen TV dinners my daughter eats all... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on apr. 10, 2006 by Duckball 
I made my own meatballs (1 LB ground beef, ½ onion, a few shakes of worchestershire sauce,... MORE

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Nutritional Information
Swedish Meatballs I

Servings Per Recipe: 4

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 535

  • Total Fat: 40.7g
  • Cholesterol: 157mg
  • Sodium: 1093mg
  • Total Carbs: 16.8g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 0.8g
  • Protein: 24.8g

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