TURKEY-APPLE SWEDISH MEATBALLS

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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h

Yield 6 (about 36 small meatballs)

Number Of Ingredients 20

For the meatballs:
3 cups packed torn pumpernickel bread
1 cup whole milk
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
6 small shallots, chopped (about 1/2 cup)
1 Granny Smith apple, peeled and grated
2 cloves garlic, minced
Pinch of ground cinnamon
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 1/4 pounds lean ground turkey
1 large egg
Cooking spray
For the gravy:
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
Mashed potatoes, for serving (optional)
Chopped fresh parsley and/or chives, for topping

Steps:

  • Make the meatballs: Pulse the bread in a food processor to make fine crumbs. Add the milk and Worcestershire sauce and pulse to make a paste; set aside.
  • Heat the butter and vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat; add the shallots and cook, stirring, until golden brown, about 8 minutes. Add the apple, garlic, cinnamon, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper and cook until the apple is tender, about 3 minutes. Stir in the breadcrumb mixture and cook, stirring, until thickened, about 4 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl and let cool completely.
  • Add the turkey and egg to the bowl and beat with a mixer on lowspeed until well combined, about 4 minutes. Cover and refrigerate at least 30 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F and coat a baking sheet with cooking spray. Dampen your hands and form the meat mixture into 36 balls (about1 inch each). Arrange on the prepared baking sheet and bake until lightly browned, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, make the gravy: Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk to make a smooth paste, about 3 minutes. Gradually whisk in the chicken broth, then add the Worcestershire sauce. Cook, whisking, until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Add the meatballs and simmer until firm and cooked through, about 10 minutes. Serve over mashed potatoes and top with parsley and/or chives.

Osman Hossain
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These meatballs were easy to make and tasted great! I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for a new meatball recipe.


diben cdy
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I loved the flavor of these meatballs. They were perfect for serving as a main course or as an appetizer.


mbox jam
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These meatballs were a bit too dry for my taste. I think I would have preferred them to be more moist.


Waqas Sab
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I've made these meatballs several times now, and they're always a hit. They're easy to make and always turn out perfectly.


Tony Kenneth
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These meatballs were delicious! I served them with mashed potatoes and gravy, and they were a hit with my family.


Earl Smith
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These meatballs were a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred them to be more savory.


Mary Wairimu
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I loved the crispy texture of these meatballs. They were perfect for serving as an appetizer.


Dawood Jan
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These meatballs were a bit bland for my taste. I think I would have preferred them to be more seasoned.


Belinda Hendrix
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I wasn't sure about the apple cider vinegar in the sauce, but it actually worked really well. It gave the meatballs a nice tangy flavor.


Asmara Chcol
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These meatballs were easy to make and tasted great! I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for a new meatball recipe.


Bree Sirkes
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I love the combination of turkey and apple in these meatballs. They're so moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making these again.


Emmanuel Frimpong
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These meatballs were a little too soft for my taste. I think I would have preferred them to be a bit more firm.


Westie Doggy
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I've made these meatballs several times now, and they're always a crowd-pleaser. They're easy to make and always turn out perfectly.


Ayoub beki
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These meatballs were delicious! The perfect balance of sweet and savory. I served them over mashed potatoes and green beans, and they were a hit with my family.


Ste Manz
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Not bad, but not great either. The meatballs were a little dry, and the sauce was too sweet for my taste. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


Saru Arusmi
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Easy to make and delicious! I used ground turkey instead of beef, and they turned out great. I also added a little bit of extra garlic and onion, which I think really enhanced the flavor.


Anil Gurung
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These meatballs were a hit at my dinner party! They were so flavorful and juicy, and the apple cider vinegar gave them a nice tang. I will definitely be making these again.