Delicious and Easy Crock-Pot Party Meatballs Recipe

These Crock-Pot party meatballs are the perfect appetizer for any gathering. Made with a flavorful blend of ground beef, breadcrumbs, and spices, these juicy meatballs are slow-cooked in a tangy and sweet sauce. Serve them up on toothpicks for a fun and easy finger food that will have your guests coming back for more. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can whip up a batch of these crowd-pleasing meatballs in no time.

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 cup ketchup
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon mustard powder

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, Parmesan cheese, onion, garlic, parsley, oregano, salt, pepper, and beaten egg. Mix well with your hands until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
2. Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and mustard powder until well combined.
4. Place the meatballs in a crock-pot and pour the sauce over them, making sure they are evenly coated.
5. Cover the crock-pot and cook on low heat for 4-6 hours, or on high heat for 2-3 hours, until the meatballs are cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
6. Serve the meatballs hot, either on toothpicks as bite-sized appetizers or with toothpicks and cocktail forks for a heartier option.
7. These meatballs can be made ahead of time and kept warm in the crock-pot for up to 2 hours before serving. Just turn the crock-pot to the warm setting.
8. Enjoy!

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