norwegian meatballs and rice
This recipe was passed down from my grandma and always is a home run with guests and family, alike.
Blue Ribbon Recipe
We love old family recipes and these Norwegian meatballs are no different. The mix of ground beef and pork is quite tasty. They soak up all the delicious flavor of the creamy gravy. Serve this over rice or noodles for a comforting meal.
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Ingredients
- 4 slices white bread
- 3/4 cup hot milk
- 1 pound extra lean, ground beef
- 1/2 pound ground pork or ground turkey
- 2 - eggs, beaten
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon allspice, ground
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1-2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons beef boullion base
- 2 1/2 cups boiling water
How To Make norwegian meatballs and rice
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Step 1In a large bowl, soak the bread in hot milk until absorbed, completely. Add all remaining ingredients; mix well. -
Step 2Shape into 1 inch balls. Brown meatballs in a large non-stick skillet, add a little oil if necessary to keep meatballs from sticking to the pan.
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Step 3Drain; place meatballs in a large casserole dish. Preheat over to 350 degrees.
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Step 4To make the gravy, melt 4 tbsp of butter in a medium saucepan. Stir in 4 Tbsp all-purpose flour. Mix 2 tsp beef bouillon base into 2 1/2 c boiling water. Mix into flour mixture. Cook and stir until thickened.
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Step 5Pour over the meatballs and bake for 30 minutes.
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Step 6Serve over hot cooked rice or cooked egg noodles.
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Beef
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#norwegian
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#comfort-food
Collection:
Grandma's Table
Collection:
Rice Reinventions
Ingredient:
Beef
Method:
Bake
Culture:
Scandinavian
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