Description
A comforting and easy-to-make recipe featuring frozen meatballs cooked in a rich, savory brown gravy with onion soup mix, slow-cooked to perfection. Perfect for a hearty family meal served over mashed potatoes or egg noodles.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 bag (26 oz) frozen meatballs
- 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
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Meatballs: Place the frozen meatballs directly into the slow cooker, spreading them out evenly to ensure even cooking.
- Make the Gravy Mixture: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the reduced-sodium beef broth, brown gravy mix, onion soup mix, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Combine Meatballs and Gravy: Pour the prepared gravy mixture over the frozen meatballs in the slow cooker, stirring gently to coat all the meatballs evenly with the sauce.
- Slow Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on the low setting for 4 to 6 hours until the meatballs are thoroughly heated and tender.
- Thicken the Gravy: About 30 minutes before the end of cooking, whisk together the cornstarch and cold water to create a slurry, then add it to the slow cooker. Stir gently to incorporate and allow the gravy to thicken during the remaining cooking time.
- Serve and Garnish: Once the cooking is complete and the gravy is thickened, serve the Salisbury steak meatballs over your preferred sides such as mashed potatoes or egg noodles. Garnish with fresh parsley to add a pop of color and fresh flavor.
Notes
- For best results, do not thaw the meatballs before placing them in the slow cooker.
- You can substitute the beef broth with vegetable broth for a milder flavor.
- The gravy can be thickened further by adding an additional teaspoon of cornstarch slurry if desired.
- These meatballs pair well with mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles.
- Leftover meatballs and gravy can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
