Crockpot Tex Mex Meatballs Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic, spices, and salt.
• STEP 2.Shape the mixture into meatballs and place them in the crockpot.
• STEP 3.In a separate bowl, mix together the Tex Mex sauce, tomato sauce, and brown sugar. Pour the sauce over the meatballs.
• STEP 4.Cover the crockpot and cook on low heat for 4-6 hours or until the meatballs are cooked through.
• STEP 5.Serve the meatballs as an appetizer with toothpicks or as a main dish with rice or pasta.

Cooking Tips

• You can use store-bought Tex Mex sauce or make your own by combining salsa, cumin, chili powder, and garlic powder.
• If you prefer a spicier version, add some chopped jalapenos or hot sauce to the meatball mixture.
• These meatballs can be made ahead of time and frozen. Just thaw them before cooking in the crockpot.

Storage and Serving

• Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To reheat, place the meatballs and sauce in a saucepan over medium heat until heated through.
• Serve the meatballs as an appetizer with toothpicks or as a main dish with rice or pasta.