Crock Pot Porcupine Meatballs Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a large bowl, combine ground beef, cooked rice, onion, garlic, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, and pepper.
• STEP 2.Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
• STEP 3.In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat and brown the meatballs on all sides.
• STEP 4.Transfer the meatballs to a crock pot.
• STEP 5.In a separate bowl, mix together tomato sauce, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and Italian seasoning.
• STEP 6.Pour the sauce mixture over the meatballs in the crock pot.
• STEP 7.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 is thickened.
• STEP 8.Serve the meatballs over pasta or with mashed potatoes, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Cooking Tips

• To make the meatballs easier to shape, wet your hands with water before rolling the mixture into balls.
• If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water and stir it into the sauce during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
• Leftover meatballs can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover meatballs can be reheated in the microwave or on the stovetop.
• Serve the meatballs with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.