🍳 Preparation:
🔥 1. Preheat and Prep:
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Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray and set aside.
🧆 2. Make the Meatballs:
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In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, nutmeg, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
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Scoop out 1 1/2 tablespoons of the mixture and roll into balls.
🍳 3. Brown the Meatballs:
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
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Add meatballs and brown on all sides. (They’ll finish cooking in the oven.)
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Transfer to a plate and set aside.
🍜 4. Prepare the Noodles:
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In the meantime, boil a large pot of salted water and cook the egg noodles for 2 minutes less than the package instructions.
🥘 5. Make the Sauce:
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In the same skillet where the meatballs were browned, add beef broth, heavy cream, and Worcestershire sauce.
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Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom to add flavor.
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Let the sauce simmer until slightly thickened, about 10 minutes.
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Season with salt and pepper to taste.
🧀 6. Assemble the Bake:
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Add cooked noodles to the prepared baking dish and nestle the meatballs into the pasta.
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Pour the sauce evenly over the top and sprinkle with grated Swiss cheese.
🔥 7. Bake to Perfection:
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Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving.
🌿 Serving Suggestions:
Serve your Swedish Meatball Noodle Bake hot, garnished with fresh parsley. This dish is perfect on its own or paired with a light green salad for balance.
🤩 Why You’ll Love It:
This comforting casserole brings together savory meatballs, creamy sauce, and tender noodles in a single delicious bite. It’s simple, satisfying, and sure to become a family favorite. Enjoy! 🍽️
