Friday, January 18, 2013

Meatballs in Gravy

Do you recall those TV dinners with the so called steak in gravy, mash potatoes, corn and a brownie cake (I use to like those as a kid-so not good for you!), well this is 10 times better with the same concept. These meatballs can be made ahead and then cooked the next day. PS: They are GREAT leftovers!!

Here is the recipe I followed, in addition making a flour paste - 1/2 cup of water and 1tbsp 1/2 of flour
Meatballs in gravy
Family Meatballs - This recipe can easily serve 4-6 people 

History Lesson: 
Swedish meatballs do, in fact, have roots in Sweden. When Swedish immigrants settled in the Midwest region of the U.S., they continued to make köttbullar (meatballs), which were eventually enjoyed by other citizens. Today, there are a number of variations of Swedish meatballs on the market and in American recipe books, but they all share Swedish roots.

For more information on other foods:
http://www.delish.com/food-fun/foods-named-after-places-swedish-meatballs#slide-14




Semolina Flour Egg Noodles
Normally Swedish meatballs are served either with Mash Potatoes and or buttered noodles.   I decided to make an egg noodle with Semolina Flour. However, left overs will be over homemade mash potatoes!

Egg Noodles
1 cup semolina flour or all purpose flour (plus more for dusting)
1/2 tsp salt
2 large eggs

Here is a step by step guide in making these delicious egg noodles: Homemade Egg Noodles

Semolina flour can be found in most grocery stores and specialty shops. You can always order online at King Arthur Semolina flour 3lb.


The Perfect Mash Potatoes with Meatballs in Gravy
Though I must say that I definitely preferred my Meatballs in gravy with a side of the Perfect Mash Potatoes!!

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