Slow Cooker Sauce With Meatballs Recipe

Name: Slow Cooker Sauce With Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Sauce:; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 large onion, chopped; 6 garlic cloves, minced; 1 (28 ounce) can RED GOLD(R) Crushed Tomatoes; 1 (28 ounce) can RED GOLD(R) Tomato Sauce; 1 (6 ounce) can RED GOLD(R) Tomato Paste; 1 tablespoon dried basil; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; Salt and black pepper to taste; 1 teaspoon fennel seed; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1/2 cup water; Mozzarella Meatballs:; 2 pounds lean ground beef or ground turkey; 1/2 cup quick cooking oats; 1 teaspoon dried basil; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 eggs; 8 ounces small fresh mozzarella balls; 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Servings: persons

Sauce:
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
6 garlic cloves, minced
1 (28 ounce) can RED GOLD(R) Crushed Tomatoes
1 (28 ounce) can RED GOLD(R) Tomato Sauce
1 (6 ounce) can RED GOLD(R) Tomato Paste
1 tablespoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 teaspoon fennel seed
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 cup water
Mozzarella Meatballs:
2 pounds lean ground beef or ground turkey
1/2 cup quick cooking oats
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 eggs
8 ounces small fresh mozzarella balls
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

1
In a large skillet heat extra-virgin olive oil on medium heat. Add onion and garlic. Cook until tender. Spray 5 quart or larger slow cooker. Add onion and garlic and remaining sauce ingredients. Stir to combine. Cook on low for 6 to 7 hours. Serve on pasta of your choice.
2
Meat can be added to the sauce if desired. Below is a meatball recipe that could be added to the sauce at the beginning of the cook time.
3
Mozzarella Meatballs: In a large bowl mix turkey, oats, basil, black pepper, garlic cloves and eggs. Shape into 2-inch balls (should get 14 to 16 meatballs). Press 1 small mozzarella ball into center of each meatball, sealed inside.
4
In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high neat. Add meatballs; cook just until browned on all side. Place half of the sauce in slow cooker, add meatballs and then last half of sauce. Cook as directed.

1108

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Sauce:, 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 large onion, chopped, 6 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Slow Cooker Sauce With Meatballs falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Slow Cooker Sauce With Meatballs

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