Swedish Meatballs

Everyone loves coming home to comfort food after a hard day. This vegetarian Swedish meatball recipe will make everyone excited to come home when they know it's on the menu for the night, and the best part? It's not super hard to make! But it’ll taste like you been in the kitchen all night (you can let them believe that.) Alright, I can hear your stomachs growling – let's get started!

Ingredients:

• Beyond Beef Meatballs

• Egg noodles

• Fenugreek

• Garlic powder

• Onion powder

• Vegan Worcestershire sauce

• Fresh basil

• Parmesan Asiago Romano cheese

• Feta cheese

• Swiss cheese

• Heavy cream

• Black peppercorns

• Olive oil

• Apple cider vinegar

• Italian seasoning mix

• Herbs de Provence

• Himalayan pink salt (for pasta water)

Cooking the Egg Noodles: A Touch of Himalayan Pink Salt

First things first, let's boil up those egg noodles in some salted water – we're using Himalayan pink salt to enhance the flavors. While those noodles are simmering away, it's time to get our meatless marvels started.

Creating the Meatless Marvels: Flavorful Beyond Beef Meatballs

Cook up the Beyond Beef Meatballs in a separate pan with a drizzle of olive oil, adding a splash of apple cider vinegar and a sprinkle of Italian seasonings, garlic powder, and Herbs de Provence for that irresistible flavor boost. You'll want to cook them until they are a golden brown hue similar to real beef. I usually opt for medium heat to prevent the outsides from crisping up before the middle has a chance to cook through. Don't rush this step – the golden brown color adds to the flavor and texture of the meatballs.

Crafting the Creamy Dream Sauce: Bringing it All Together

Now, onto the sauce! In a saucepan, start with your heavy cream on medium high heat. Once it almost starts to boil turn it down to medium and add your Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and a generous helping of Parmesan Asiago Romano cheese. I like to add a bit of apple cider vinegar for some tang. Let it all mingle and melt together. Once your sauce is silky smooth, toss in those meatballs and let them cozy up for a flavor fiesta. When the noodles are perfectly al dente, add a splash of pasta water to amp up the richness.

Final Touches: Cheesy Perfection and Fresh Basil

Pour that luscious sauce over the noodles, giving them a luxurious coat of creamy goodness. But wait, we're not done yet – sprinkle on some Swiss and Feta cheeses for an extra layer of cheesy goodness.

Finally, top it all off with a sprinkle of fresh basil (I really love the freshness basil adds to the dish.) And there you have it, folks – Vegetarian Swedish Meatballs that are as easy to make as they are delicious to devour. So grab a fork and dig in! Bon appétit.

Today’s Side Dish: Basil

Basil has a rich culinary history dating back thousands of years, with origins in the Mediterranean region. Renowned for its aromatic leaves and distinctive flavor, basil has been a staple ingredient in various cuisines, from Italian to Thai. Beyond its culinary use, basil has long been revered for its health benefits. Packed with essential nutrients such as vitamins A, K, and C, as well as minerals like calcium and magnesium, basil offers a range of advantages, including anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, as well as serving as a powerful antioxidant. Throughout history, basil has been valued not only for its delicious taste but also for its potential to promote overall wellness and vitality. Why not sprinkle some fresh basil into your dishes starting today? Stay healthy in Body and Mind Beleafers!