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Slow Cooker Salisbury Meatballs

Delicious Slow Cooker Salisbury Meatballs for Easy Comfort!

A comforting dish of Slow Cooker Salisbury Meatballs simmered in rich gravy, perfect for easy weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Beef 80/20 blend for flavor and moisture
  • 1 lb Ground Pork Can use more ground beef if preferred
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Plain or Italian seasoned
  • 1 cup Onions Finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 large Egg Can be omitted if using extra breadcrumbs
  • ½ cup Milk Can use almond milk for dairy-free option
  • 2 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce Adds depth of flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Can substitute with yellow mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Or rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For browning meatballs
For the Gravy
  • 2 tablespoon Butter Can substitute with margarine
  • 3 tablespoon Flour For thickening
  • 2 cups Beef Broth Homemade or low-sodium preferred
  • 1 cup Mushrooms Sliced, optional
  • ½ cup Heavy Cream Optional for added richness
  • 2 tablespoon Chopped Fresh Parsley For garnish, optional

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Meatball Mixture by combining ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, egg, milk, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, dried thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Form Meatballs by rolling the mixture into balls about 1.5 to 2 inches in diameter and placing them on a plate or baking sheet.
  3. Brown Meatballs in a skillet with olive oil, cooking for 5-7 minutes until golden brown on all sides, then transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
  4. Make Gravy by adding butter, mushrooms, and onion to the same skillet, cooking until softened, then add garlic, thyme, rosemary, and flour, cooking until the roux is golden.
  5. Add Broth by whisking in beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper, then simmer to thicken.
  6. Combine in Slow Cooker by pouring gravy into the slow cooker and adding the browned meatballs, then setting to low to cook for 6-8 hours.
  7. Cook undisturbed in the slow cooker for maximum flavor and tenderness until done.
  8. Finish Gravy by stirring in heavy cream during the last 30 minutes if desired.
  9. Serve your meatballs over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles, garnished with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Mix gently to preserve tenderness. Browning meatballs adds flavor. Adjust seasonings to taste. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to four days.

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