Description
A nostalgic recipe for slow cooker sweet and sour meatballs infused with flavors of pineapple and a delightful sauce, perfect for family gatherings and cozy dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 1 cup sweet and sour sauce
- 1/2 cup pineapple chunks
- 1/4 cup bell pepper, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine the ingredients by mixing together the ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, chopped onion, salt, and pepper.
- Shape the mixture into bite-sized meatballs.
- Prepare the slow cooker by placing the meatballs gently inside.
- Create the sweet and sour sauce mixture by mixing the sauce with pineapple chunks and chopped bell pepper.
- Pour the sauce over the meatballs, ensuring they are well covered.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding minced garlic or ginger to the mix. Test meatballs for doneness with an internal temperature of at least 160°F.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg