Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Slow Cooker Italian Meatballs, a dish that brings warmth and comfort to your table. These tender beef meatballs are infused with garlic, parsley, and Parmesan cheese, creating a rich and savory flavor profile. Simmered in a luscious tomato sauce for hours, they become irresistibly juicy and melt-in-your-mouth tender. Whether served over spaghetti for a classic meal or piled into sub sandwiches for a hearty lunch, these meatballs are perfect for any occasion. Meal prep is a breeze—make a big batch and freeze the leftovers for quick dinners throughout the week. Easy to prepare and utterly delicious, this recipe is bound to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/4 cup minced onion
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
- 1 cup Italian breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cans crushed tomatoes (24 ounces each)
- 1 can tomato paste (6 ounces)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 whole bay leaves
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, onion, garlic, parsley, breadcrumbs, eggs, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper until just mixed.
- Shape the mixture into uniform meatballs about 1 to 2 inches in size.
- Broil meatballs on high for 4-5 minutes per side or until browned.
- Transfer meatballs to a slow cooker; add crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, bay leaves, red pepper flakes, and Italian seasoning.
- Cover and cook on low for approximately 4 hours.
- Season to taste before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatball (approximately 50g)
- Calories: 115
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 45mg