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One of the popular evolutions of Swedish meatballs involves preparing them in the Instant Pot. Instant Pot Swedish Meatballs are very similar to the traditional dish, but it is cooked for 20 minutes. To make the Swedish meatballs, the meatballs are seared and then pressure cooked for 4 minutes until they are tender. The meatballs are placed onto a platter then a mixture of cornstarch and heavy cream is added to thicken the sauce. The Swedish meatballs are doused with creamy sauce and a sprinkling of freshly chopped parsley before serving to create the perfect gluten-free delicious dish that the entire family will love.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Lean Ground Beef
- 1/2 pound Ground Pork
- 1/2 cup Gluten-Free Breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup Milk
- 1 medium Onion, diced
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1/8 teaspoon Nutmeg
- 1/8 teaspoon Cardamom
- 1/8 teaspoon Allspice
- 1 large Egg, beaten
- 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley, minced
- 2 1/2 cups Low-Sodium Beef Broth
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
- 1 teaspoon Tamari
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper

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