Ingredients:
For the Meatballs:
1.5 lbs ground beef or a mix of beef and pork
1/4 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup milk
1 egg
1/2 onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
For the Sauce:
1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup beef broth
1/2 onion, chopped
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Equipment:
Slow cooker
Mixing bowl
Frying pan (optional, for browning)
Instructions:
Prepare the Meatballs:
In a mixing bowl, combine breadcrumbs and milk and let sit for 5 minutes.
Add the ground meat, egg, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, and Italian herbs to the breadcrumb mixture. Mix until just combined—do not overmix.
Form the mixture into 1-inch balls.
Brown the Meatballs (Optional):
If you prefer, brown the meatballs in a frying pan over medium heat to add extra flavor. This step is optional.
Make the Sauce:
In the slow cooker, mix the cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, beef broth, chopped onion, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Cook:
Place the meatballs into the slow cooker. Stir gently to coat them with the sauce.
Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 3 hours.
Serve:
Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Serve hot over mashed potatoes, rice, or your favorite pasta.
Enjoy your delicious, creamy slow cooker meatballs! They are perfect for a comforting meal with minimal effort.
