Slow Cooker Meatballs in Tomato Sauce: 8 Tender Rich Layers
Tender homemade meatballs slow-cooked in a rich tomato sauce until juicy and flavorful, perfect for pasta or sandwiches.
Ingredients
1 pound ground beef
1 half cup panko breadcrumbs
1 large egg
1 small onion grated
3 cloves garlic minced
1 quarter cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon salt
1 half teaspoon black pepper
1 can 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 tablespoon olive oil
Pinch of sugar optional
Instructions
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In a bowl combine ground beef breadcrumbs egg onion garlic Parmesan parsley salt and pepper.
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Mix gently and form into 1½ inch meatballs.
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Brown meatballs in a skillet if desired.
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In slow cooker mix crushed tomatoes tomato paste oregano basil olive oil and sugar.
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Add meatballs to sauce and cover.
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Cook on low 6 to 7 hours or high 3 to 4 hours.
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Adjust seasoning before serving.
Notes
Brown meatballs for deeper flavor. Do not stir excessively during cooking. Freeze leftovers for up to three months.