Slow Cooker Peach Glazed Meatballs Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
• STEP 2.Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
• STEP 3.Place the meatballs in the slow cooker.
• STEP 4.In a separate bowl, whisk together peach preserves, soy sauce, vinegar, and ginger.
• STEP 5.Pour the peach glaze over the meatballs in the slow cooker.
• STEP 6.Cover 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 glaze has thickened.
• STEP 7.Serve the meatballs as an appetizer with toothpicks or as a main dish with rice or noodles.
• STEP 8.Garnish with chopped green onions, if desired.

Cooking Tips

• For extra flavor, you can add a teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce to the meatball mixture.
• If you prefer a spicier glaze, you can add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the peach glaze.
• To make ahead, you can shape the meatballs and prepare the peach glaze the night before. Store them separately in the refrigerator and cook them in the slow cooker the next day.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover meatballs can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To reheat, place the meatballs and glaze in a saucepan over medium heat until heated through.
• These meatballs can be served as an appetizer or as a main dish with rice or noodles.