Description
A heartwarming recipe of tender beef meatballs smothered in savory mushroom gravy, ideal for cozy family dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 packet onion soup mix
Instructions
- Prepare the meatball mixture: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, egg, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined but do not overmix.
- Form the meatballs: Shape the mixture into meatballs about 1-2 inches in diameter, yielding approximately 12-15 meatballs.
- Sear the meatballs (optional): Lightly brown the meatballs in a skillet over medium heat for added flavor.
- Prepare the sauce: In a separate bowl, whisk together cream of mushroom soup, beef broth, and onion soup mix until smooth.
- Combine in the slow cooker: Place the meatballs in the slow cooker and pour the sauce over them, ensuring they are well coated.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the meatballs are cooked through and tender.
Notes
Do not overcrowd the slow cooker for even cooking. Customize with sautéed mushrooms or caramelized onions for deeper flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American