Slow cookers are perfect for making meatballs, as the low and slow cooking process makes them incredibly tender and allows the flavors to meld beautifully.
Here’s a go-to slow cooker meatball recipe that you can easily customize to suit your tastes.
These meatballs are great on their own, served with pasta, or as a hearty sandwich filling.
Ingredients
For the Meatballs:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 lb ground pork (optional; you can use all beef if preferred)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup milk
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Sauce:
- 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Sugar, a pinch (optional, to balance acidity)
