Norwegian Meatballs with Pork & Beef

Makes 6 servings

Hearty Norwegian Meatballs with Pork & Beef is adapted from a recipe from Tahera Horstman of Ixonia.

1 egg, beaten

2 slices whole-grain bread, grated on large-holed grater into crumbs (or use food processor)

1⁄4 onion, chopped

1⁄4 cup chopped parsley

Salt and pepper to taste

1 clove garlic, minced

1 teaspoon ground allspice

1⁄4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

1⁄2 pound ground beef

⁄2 pound ground pork 1

1 cup water plus more if needed

1 tablespoon butter

2 teaspoons beef bouillon

Jar of 1⁄2 cup water and 2 tablespoons flour, shaken

Cream, whole milk or a combination to equal about 1⁄2 cup

Hot cooked noodles for serving Combine egg, bread crumbs, onion, parsley, salt, pepper, garlic, allspice, nutmeg, beef and pork in a large bowl using hands. Shape into round meatballs about 1 1⁄2 inches in diameter. Cook in a large electric skillet or sauté pan over medium-high heat, turning a few times for even browning. Add a little water so pan does not dry out, cover and cook about 3 or 4 minutes.

Whisk in the 1 cup water, the butter, bouillon, jar of water/flour mixture and cream or milk. If sauce is too thick, add more water. Cook until bubbling hot and desired consistency. Serve over noodles.