Swedish Meatball Noodle Bake is a comforting and hearty dish that’s filled with tender meatballs, creamy sauce, and perfectly cooked noodles. It’s not heavy or overly rich either.

I think it’s a perfect dinner for any time of the year, and if you’re not a fan of certain ingredients, feel free to omit or substitute them. It will still be undeniably delicious! If you’re looking for a cozy & satisfying meal that’s not overly complicated, you’ve come to the right place. When you make flavorful meatballs and pair them with creamy sauce and noodles, you get the perfect bake. The addition of fresh herbs just sends it over the top. I’ve really been in the mood for something warm and comforting, and this Swedish Meatball Noodle Bake fits the bill. Not a fan of a certain ingredient? Don’t worry, it’s still delicious without it.

Kitchen Equipment Needed

Large mixing bowl
Medium mixing bowl
Large skillet
Baking dish (9×13 inches)
Whisk
Wooden spoon or spatula
Cutting board
Knife
Pot

Ingredients

For the Meatballs:

1 pound ground beef
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup milk
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

For the Sauce:

4 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups beef broth
1 cup sour cream
Salt and pepper to taste

For the Noodle Bake:

8 ounces egg noodles
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Prepare the Meatballs:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, finely chopped onion, beaten egg, ground nutmeg, ground allspice, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set aside.
Prepare the Sauce:
- In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk continuously to form a roux, cooking for about 1-2 minutes.
- Gradually add the beef broth while whisking continuously until the sauce is smooth and thickened.
- Stir in the sour cream and season with salt and pepper to taste. Let the sauce simmer for a few minutes until it’s well combined and smooth.
Cook the Noodles:
- In a pot, cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Assemble the Bake:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked egg noodles, meatballs, and sauce. Mix until everything is well coated.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve:
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired, and serve hot. Enjoy your delicious and comforting Swedish Meatball Noodle Bake!

This Swedish Meatball Noodle Bake is a cozy and flavorful meal, perfect for any occasion, and sure to impress your friends and family!

Swedish Meatball Noodle Bake

Swedish Meatball Noodle Bake is a comforting and hearty dish that’s filled with tender meatballs, creamy sauce, and perfectly cooked noodles.

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Equipment

Large mixing bowl
Medium mixing bowl
Large skillet
Baking dish (9×13 inches)
Whisk
Wooden spoon or spatula
Cutting board
Knife
Pot

Ingredients

For the Meatballs:
1 pound ground beef
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup milk
1 small onion finely chopped
1 egg lightly beaten
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
For the Sauce:
4 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups beef broth
1 cup sour cream
Salt and pepper to taste
For the Noodle Bake:
8 ounces egg noodles
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley optional, for garnish

Instructions

Prepare the Meatballs:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, finely chopped onion, beaten egg, ground nutmeg, ground allspice, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set aside.
Prepare the Sauce:
In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk continuously to form a roux, cooking for about 1-2 minutes.
Gradually add the beef broth while whisking continuously until the sauce is smooth and thickened.
Stir in the sour cream and season with salt and pepper to taste. Let the sauce simmer for a few minutes until it’s well combined and smooth.
Cook the Noodles: