Aunt Jenny S Slow Cooker Meatballs Recipe

These melt-in-your-mouth meatballs, adapted from a beloved Johnson family recipe (featured on the Baptist Church website!), are slow-cooked to perfection in your favorite slow cooker. Enjoy 3 tender meatballs drenched in 2 tablespoons of rich, savory sauce. This recipe is perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a comforting Sunday supper. Get ready for flavor explosions!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 630 mins
Calories 296.9 kcal
Protein 35g
Rating 5.0 (5 Reviews)
Aunt Jenny S Slow Cooker Meatballs

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Ingredients for Aunt Jenny S Slow Cooker Meatballs

  • Lean Ground Beef
  • Dry Breadcrumbs
  • Egg Substitute
  • Fresh Parsley
  • Fresh Onions
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • Lemon Juice
  • Jellied Cranberry Sauce
  • Chili Sauce

How to Make Aunt Jenny S Slow Cooker Meatballs

  1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Gently mix until just combined; do not overmix.
  2. Roll the meat mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
  3. Place the meatballs in the slow cooker.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the tomato sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and apple cider vinegar.
  5. Pour the sauce over the meatballs in the slow cooker.
  6. Cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours, or until the meatballs are cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
  7. Serve 3 meatballs per person with 2 tablespoons of sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Small additions can make a big impact! Try a sprinkle of fresh herbs, a dash of your favorite spice blend, or a squeeze of citrus just before serving to really enhance the flavors of your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

29 g

Sugar

104g

Fat

15g

Carbs

12g