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Slow Cooker Meatballs And Sauce Recipe

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Description

Slow cooker meatballs and sauce is a delicious and easy meal. This slow cooker version is a great way to enjoy meatballs without the hassle of standing over a hot stove. All you need to do is mix up the meatballs, dump them into the slow cooker, and let them simmer away in the sauce. This slow cooker meal is perfect for family dinners or potluck dinners. The sauce is flavorful and the meatballs are moist and tender. Serve slow cooker meatballs and sauce over your favorite pasta, mashed potatoes, or rice.

Ingredients

For the meatballs:

  • 1 lb. ground beef
  • 1/2 cup bread crumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the sauce:
  • 1 (28oz) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup tomato paste
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, onion, garlic, egg, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
2. Shape the meat mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
3. In a separate bowl, mix together the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, parsley, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
4. Place the meatballs in the bottom of a slow cooker. Pour the sauce over the meatballs.
5. Cook on low for 6 hours, stirring occasionally.
6. Serve the meatballs and sauce over your favorite pasta, mashed potatoes, or rice.

Equipment

For this slow cooker meatball and sauce recipe you will need:

  • 1 large bowl
  • 1 small bowl
  • A slow cooker

Notes

You can make this recipe ahead of time and freeze the uncooked meatballs and sauce. When ready to use, thaw in the refrigerator overnight and cook as directed. For a spicier version, add 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes to the sauce. You can also make this recipe in the oven. Preheat oven to 350°F. Place meatballs in an oven-safe dish and pour sauce over the meatballs. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Uncover and bake for an additional 10 minutes.

Nutrition

This slow cooker meatballs and sauce recipe is a great source of protein. Each serving contains 18 grams of protein. It is also a good source of iron and vitamins A and C. Nutrition facts per serving:

  • Calories: 252
  • Total fat: 10g
  • Saturated fat: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 71mg
  • Sodium: 526mg
  • Carbohydrates: 16g
  • Dietary fiber: 3g
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Protein: 18g


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