Spaghetti And Meatballs Slow Cooker Recipe
There is nothing like a hearty bowl of spaghetti and meatballs to warm you up on a cold winter day. Making this classic Italian dish can be time-consuming, but with a slow cooker, it is easy to prepare and requires little effort. In this article, we will take a look at how to make the perfect spaghetti and meatballs slow cooker recipe.
Ingredients
Before we get started, let's take a look at the ingredients required for this recipe.
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 16 ounces spaghetti
- 24 ounces marinara sauce
- 1 cup water
Make sure you have all the ingredients before starting to prepare the recipe.
Directions
Step 1: Preparing the Meatballs
The first step is to prepare the meatballs. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, bread crumbs, milk, Parmesan cheese, egg, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix everything together until well combined.
Once everything is combined, shape the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
Step 2: Cooking the Meatballs
Now it's time to cook the meatballs. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the skillet is hot, add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
Once the meatballs are browned, transfer them to a slow cooker.
Step 3: Preparing the Sauce
The next step is to prepare the sauce. In a mixing bowl, combine the marinara sauce and water. Mix everything together until well combined.
Pour the sauce over the meatballs in the slow cooker.
Step 4: Cooking Everything Together
Now it's time to cook everything together. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 6-8 hours or on high heat for 3-4 hours.
Step 5: Preparing the Spaghetti
In the last 30 minutes of cooking, prepare the spaghetti according to the package instructions. Once the spaghetti is cooked, drain it and add it to the slow cooker with the meatballs and sauce.
Step 6: Serving
Once everything is cooked, it's time to serve. Divide the spaghetti and meatballs into bowls and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Final Thoughts
The spaghetti and meatballs slow cooker recipe is a classic Italian dish that is easy to prepare and perfect for a comforting family meal. With a few simple ingredients and some patience, you can create a delicious and hearty meal that everyone will love. Give this recipe a try and let us know what you think!
