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Meatballs:

2 slices white bread, torn into chunks (about 2 cups)

1/2 cup milk

12 ounces ground beef (80/20)

8 ounces ground pork

1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt

1/2 teaspoon ground allspice

1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

1 large egg, beaten

1/2 small onion, grated

Freshly ground black pepper

Sauce:

3 tablespoons unsalted butter

2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves, chopped

3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

2 1/2 cups low-sodium beef broth

1/4 cup heavy cream

1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

Freshly ground black pepper

2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley

Lingonberry preserves, for serving