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Black Friday Slow Cooker Meatball Recipe

Black Friday Slow Cooker Meatball Recipe

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Large skillet
  • Slow cooker
  • Baking sheet
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Spatula

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 lbs ground beef
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped parsley
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 egg
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1/2 cup beef broth
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1 tsp basil
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes optional

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Meatballs: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, milk, egg, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are fully incorporated.
  • Shape the Meatballs: Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them onto a baking sheet. This should make about 20-24 meatballs.
  • Sear the Meatballs: In a large skillet, heat some oil over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches and sear until they are browned on all sides. This helps lock in the juices.
  • Prepare the Sauce: In the slow cooker, mix together the marinara sauce, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes.
  • Slow Cook: Carefully add the browned meatballs into the slow cooker, making sure they're fully submerged in the sauce.
  • Cook: Set the slow cooker to low and cook for 6-7 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours, until the meatballs are fully cooked and tender.
  • Serve: Once done, give the sauce a good stir. Serve the meatballs hot, garnished with additional parsley and Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 23gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 3mg
Keyword Black Friday Slow Cooker Meatball Recipe
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