Swedish Meatball Noodle Bake (Stampa)

Comforting meatballs, creamy noodles, baked with melted cheese for an easy family meal.

# Ingredienti:

→ Meatballs

01 - 1 lb ground beef (80/20 preferred)
02 - 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
03 - 1/3 cup whole milk
04 - 1 large egg
05 - 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
06 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
07 - 3/4 tsp kosher salt
08 - 1/4 tsp black pepper

→ Pasta

09 - 12 oz wide egg noodles

→ Sauce

10 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter
11 - 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
12 - 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
13 - 3/4 cup full-fat sour cream
14 - 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

→ Topping

15 - 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

# Istruzioni:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine breadcrumbs and milk. Let soak for 5 minutes until fully absorbed and paste-like.
02 - Add ground beef, egg, onion, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the soaked breadcrumbs. Gently mix by hand until just combined.
03 - Roll mixture into 1-inch balls and arrange on a lined baking sheet. Bake at 375°F for 15–20 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
04 - Boil egg noodles in salted water according to package directions until al dente. Drain thoroughly without rinsing.
05 - In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute to eliminate raw flour taste.
06 - Gradually whisk in beef broth until smooth and thickened. Remove from heat and stir in sour cream and Worcestershire sauce until fully blended.
07 - Combine noodles, meatballs, and sauce in a large bowl. Transfer to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish and top with mozzarella cheese.
08 - Bake at 375°F for 20 minutes or until cheese is golden and bubbling. Let rest briefly before serving.

# Note utili:

01 - The Worcestershire sauce adds savory depth that elevates the flavor beyond traditional Swedish meatballs.
02 - Letting the meatballs rest before baking improves texture and moisture retention.
03 - Can be assembled up to a day ahead for easier meal planning.