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SLOW COOKER MEATBALLS

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These tender, juicy meatballs simmer all day in your slow cooker, creating the perfect comfort food dinner with minimal effort!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs:
  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
For the Sauce:
  • 1 24 ounce jar marinara sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 Parmesan rind optional
Optional Garnishes:
  • Fresh parsley
  • Grated Parmesan cheese
  • Extra red pepper flakes

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine beef, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, milk, eggs, salt, pepper, and oregano. Mix gently with hands until just combined – don't overwork the meat, darlin'.
  2. Form mixture into 1½-inch meatballs, placing them on a plate as you work.
  3. Pour half the marinara sauce into slow cooker bottom.
  4. Arrange meatballs in a single layer, stacking gently if needed.
  5. Top with remaining sauce and red pepper flakes if using.
  6. Cover and cook on LOW 6-8 hours or HIGH 3-4 hours.
  7. Give them a gentle stir to coat with sauce before serving.

Notes

  • Make Ahead: Form meatballs night before
  • Storage: Keeps 3-4 days refrigerated
  • Freezing: Up to 3 months in airtight container
  • Meat Options: Try mixing beef with pork or veal
  • Serving: Perfect over pasta, potatoes, or egg noodles
  • Extra Flavor: Add Parmesan rind to sauce while cooking

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