Description
This Swedish Meatball Noodle Bake combines tender meatballs, egg noodles, and a rich, creamy gravy-style sauce baked together under a blanket of melted cheese. It delivers all the cozy comfort of classic Swedish meatballs but in an easy, family-style casserole form. Creamy, savory, hearty, and satisfying — perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, or make-ahead dinners.
⏱ Time
Prep: 15 minutes
Bake: 30 minutes
Total: 45 minutes
🍽 Servings
6 servings
🛒 Ingredients
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3 cups cooked egg noodles
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20 frozen meatballs (or homemade, about 1 lb)
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1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
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½ cup beef broth
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½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
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1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
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½ tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp onion powder
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¼ tsp black pepper
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½ cup shredded mozzarella or Swiss cheese
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1 tbsp chopped parsley (optional)
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Spray an 8×8-inch baking dish.
2️⃣ Mix Sauce
In a bowl, whisk soup, broth, sour cream, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and pepper.
3️⃣ Assemble
Add cooked noodles and meatballs to baking dish. Pour sauce over and toss gently to coat. Sprinkle cheese on top.
4️⃣ Bake
Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, until bubbly and lightly golden.
5️⃣ Serve
Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
📝 Notes
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Egg noodles are traditional, but rotini or penne work well.
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Sour cream adds classic tang; Greek yogurt lightens it.
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Swiss cheese adds authentic flavor, mozzarella keeps it mild.
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Let casserole rest 5 minutes before serving for better slicing.
💡 Tips
✔ Use turkey meatballs for lighter version
✔ Add sautéed mushrooms or peas for classic Swedish flavor
✔ Stir in ½ tsp nutmeg for authentic taste
✔ Serve with lingonberry jam or cranberry sauce
❓ Q & A
Q: Can I make this ahead?
Yes — assemble, refrigerate up to 24 hours, then bake.
Q: Can I freeze Swedish Meatball Bake?
Yes — freeze baked casserole up to 2 months.
Q: Can I make this gluten-free?
Yes — use gluten-free noodles and soup.
Q: How do I reheat leftovers?
Microwave or reheat covered in oven at 350°F (175°C).
Q: Can I make this stovetop only?
Yes — heat everything together in a skillet and serve without baking.
⭐ Weight Watchers (WW) Points (Estimated)
🔹 Classic Version:
➡️ 8–9 SmartPoints per serving
🔹 Lighter Version:
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Turkey meatballs
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Light soup
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Fat-free Greek yogurt
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Reduced-fat cheese
➡️ 5–6 SmartPoints per serving