Slow Cooker Italian Meatballs

October 12, 2015

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Super Tender Slow Cooker Italian Meatballs. Loaded with Parmesan cheese, fresh parsley and garlic. They melt in your mouth and are incredibly tender. Simmered low and slow for 4 hours!

1 pound ground beef
1 pound ground pork
1/4 cup onion, minced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
1 cup Italian breadcrumbs
2 eggs
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
salt and pepper
2 (24 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
2 whole bay leaves
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
salt and pepper to taste
basil for serving, if desired
parmesan cheese for serving, if desired

Add beef, pork, onion, garlic, parsley, breadcrumbs, eggs and cheese to a large bowl. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix with your hands until combined. Form into 1 or 2 inch meatballs. I made 24...
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Nutritions

Calories
506

Sodium
577mg
24% DV

Fat
24g
38% DV

Protein
35g
71% DV

Carbs
33g
11% DV

Fiber
5g
20% DV

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