Comforting Slow Cooker Swedish Meatball Soup for Cozy Evenings

Slow Cooker Swedish Meatball Soup

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 6 hours hrs 30 minutes mins

Total Time 6 hours hrs 45 minutes mins

Servings: 6 servings

Calories: 301

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 1 lb ground beef
• 0.5 lb ground pork
• 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup milk
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 0.25 tsp allspice
• 0.125 tsp nutmeg
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 clove garlic, minced
• 2 medium carrots, sliced
• 2 stalk celery, sliced
• 2 medium potatoes, diced
• 4 cup chicken broth
• 0.25 cup heavy cream
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Method

 

1. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, salt, pepper, allspice, and nutmeg. Mix gently, just until everything is incorporated.
2. Shape the mixture into bite‑size meatballs (about 1 inch in diameter). Set them aside on a plate.
3. Sauté the diced onion and minced garlic in a little oil over medium heat for 3 minutes, until translucent and fragrant. Transfer to the slow cooker.
4. Add the sliced carrots, celery, and diced potatoes to the slow cooker. Pour in the chicken broth and gently nestle the meatballs on top.
5. Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours (390 minutes). The slow cooker will gently brown the meatballs and meld the flavors.
6. About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the heavy cream. If you like a touch of color, sprinkle a pinch of paprika over the soup.
7. Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley. Before serving, use a food thermometer to verify that the meatballs are cooked through.

Notes

I learned that adding a tablespoon of flour to the meatball mixture before rolling gives the soup a silky, slightly thickened texture that holds up over the long cook. I also toast the onions and garlic briefly before adding them to the slow cooker to bring out their sweetness.

Food Safety Note: Always use a food thermometer to confirm your dish has reached a safe internal temperature before serving, and follow your country’s official food safety guidelines for meat, poultry, and slow-cooking. Cook times in this recipe are estimates — appliance and ingredient variation affects actual cook time.