Easy Slow Cooker Meatballs

Ingredients

• 2 lbs ground beef
• 1/2 cup bread crumbs
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped parsley
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 cup ketchup
• 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
• 1/4 cup packed brown sugar

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, eggs, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
2. Shape the mixture into 1 inch meatballs. Place the meatballs in a slow cooker.
3. In a medium bowl, combine ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and brown sugar. Pour the sauce over the meatballs in the slow cooker.
4. Cover and cook on low for 3 hours, stirring occasionally.
5. Serve over cooked pasta, rice, or potatoes.

Interesting Facts

• The name “meatball” dates back to the 18th century.
• In Italy, meatballs are called “Polpettes”.
• In Sweden, meatballs are called “Kottbullar”.
• In the United States, meatballs are popular in Italian-American cuisine.