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Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak Meatballs Recipe

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  • Author: Bara
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak Meatballs recipe features tender frozen meatballs simmered in a savory homemade gravy, made easy with beef broth, brown gravy mix, and onion soup mix. Just dump the ingredients into your slow cooker, let it cook low and slow for hours, then thicken the gravy for a comforting, hearty meal perfect over egg noodles or mashed potatoes.


Ingredients

Meatballs

  • 1 bag (26 oz) frozen meatballs (about 30-35 meatballs)

Sauce

  • 2 cups reduced-sodium beef broth
  • 1 packet brown gravy mix
  • 1 packet onion soup mix
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons cold water


Instructions

  1. Prepare Slow Cooker: Spray the insert of the slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
  2. Add Meatballs: Place the frozen meatballs directly into the slow cooker, spreading them evenly.
  3. Mix Sauce: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the reduced-sodium beef broth, brown gravy mix, onion soup mix, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce until well combined. Pour this sauce over the meatballs and gently stir to coat all the meatballs.
  4. Cook: Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook on LOW heat for 5 to 6 hours, allowing the meatballs to become tender and the flavors to meld.
  5. Thicken Gravy: In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and cold water together to create a slurry. Stir this into the slow cooker and cook for an additional 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the gravy has thickened to a rich consistency.
  6. Serve and Garnish: Serve the Salisbury steak meatballs hot, ideally over egg noodles or mashed potatoes. Garnish with chopped parsley for a fresh touch. Enjoy your comforting meal!

Notes

  • Use reduced-sodium beef broth to control the saltiness of the gravy.
  • If you prefer a thicker gravy, you can increase the cornstarch to 3 tablespoons.
  • This recipe works well with pre-cooked frozen meatballs for convenience.
  • Vegetarian or vegan meatball alternatives can be used, but adjust cooking times as needed.
  • Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.