Description
Indulge in the sweet and savory delight of Slow Cooker Cranberry Meatballs, perfect for any gathering or cozy weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1/2 cup plain or Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup whole-berry cranberry sauce
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp dried onion flakes
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather all ingredients on the counter for easy access.
- Mix the Meatball Mixture: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, dried onion flakes, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Shape Your Meatballs: Roll the mixture into balls about one inch in diameter.
- Add Ingredients to Slow Cooker: Place meatballs in the slow cooker. Pour cranberry sauce over them, drizzle with soy sauce, and add water.
- Set Cooking Time: Cover and cook on low for about 4 hours or high for 2 hours.
- Serve It Up: Stir gently before serving. Enjoy alone or over rice!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (120g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - For extra flavor, sear meatballs in a skillet before adding them to the slow cooker. - Substitute ground beef with turkey or chicken for a lighter option. - Customize with spices like cayenne pepper or add chopped green onions for freshness.