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Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak Meatballs

A comforting and easy-to-prepare dish that combines meatballs with a savory gravy, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 bag (26 oz) frozen meatballs (about 30–35 meatballs) Feel free to use homemade meatballs if preferred.
  • 2 cups reduced-sodium beef broth
  • 1 packet brown gravy mix
  • 1 packet onion soup mix
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch For thickening the gravy.
  • 2 tablespoons cold water To mix with cornstarch for slurry.
  • Chopped fresh parsley for garnish Optional.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Spray the insert of your slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. Add the frozen meatballs into the slow cooker—no thawing required!
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the beef broth, brown gravy mix, onion soup mix, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce until smooth.
  4. Pour the sauce mixture over the meatballs and gently stir until they are coated.
  5. Cover and set your slow cooker to LOW for 5–6 hours.
  6. During the last 10 minutes of cooking, mix cornstarch and cold water together to create a slurry and stir it into the slow cooker.
Serving
  1. Serve the meatballs over creamy mashed potatoes or egg noodles, garnished with parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g

Notes

For a bolder flavor, add sautéed mushrooms or garlic to the sauce. You can use turkey or chicken meatballs instead of beef to lighten the dish. A splash of red wine or balsamic vinegar can enhance the sauce's flavor.

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