Slow-Cooker Cheese-Stuffed Meatballs

Health score
25%
Slow-Cooker Cheese-Stuffed Meatballs
330 min.
6
884kcal

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Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with our Slow-Cooker Cheese-Stuffed Meatballs! This delightful dish combines the rich flavors of Italian cuisine with the convenience of a slow cooker, making it perfect for busy weeknights or leisurely weekend gatherings. Imagine sinking your teeth into tender, juicy meatballs, each one oozing with gooey mozzarella cheese, all enveloped in a savory tomato sauce that simmers to perfection over several hours.

Not only is this recipe a feast for the senses, but it also offers a satisfying balance of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates, making it a hearty meal for the whole family. With just a handful of simple ingredients, you can create a dish that feels gourmet without spending hours in the kitchen. The aroma of garlic and basil wafting through your home will have everyone eagerly anticipating dinner time.

Whether you're serving it for lunch, dinner, or a special occasion, these cheese-stuffed meatballs are sure to impress. Pair them with al dente spaghetti for a classic Italian experience, or enjoy them on their own for a low-carb option. Get ready to savor every bite and make this recipe a staple in your culinary repertoire!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup breadcrumbs italian
  • teaspoon basil dried crushed
  •  eggs 
  • cloves garlic minced
  • lb ground beef 80% lean (at least )
  • oz baby mozzarella balls fresh
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • 0.3 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • 50 oz pasta sauce 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • teaspoon salt 
  • 12 oz pasta like spaghetti uncooked
  • teaspoon worcestershire sauce 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. In large bowl, mix beef, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, salt, basil, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, garlic and eggs. Shape into 14 to 16 (2-inch) meatballs. Press 1 small mozzarella ball into center of each meatball, sealing it inside.
  2. In 10- to 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat.
  3. Add meatballs; cook just until browned on all sides.
  4. Pour 1 jar of the pasta sauce into 3- to 4-quart slow cooker. Carefully place browned meatballs over sauce.
  5. Pour second jar of pasta sauce over meatballs.
  6. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 5 to 6 hours.
  7. When about 15 minutes are left, cook and drain pasta as directed on package.
  8. Serve meatballs and sauce over cooked spaghetti.

Nutrition Facts

Calories884kcal
Protein21.29%
Fat50.54%
Carbs28.17%

Properties

Glycemic Index
24.83
Glycemic Load
21.17
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
33.110434594362%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:884.4kcal
44.22%
Fat:49.95g
76.84%
Saturated Fat:16.72g
104.52%
Carbohydrates:62.64g
20.88%
Net Carbohydrates:56.77g
20.64%
Sugar:10.65g
11.84%
Cholesterol:179.14mg
59.71%
Sodium:1812mg
78.78%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:47.35g
94.7%
Selenium:68.32µg
97.6%
Vitamin B12:3.45µg
57.57%
Zinc:8.17mg
54.44%
Vitamin B3:10.33mg
51.65%
Phosphorus:482.86mg
48.29%
Manganese:0.92mg
46.14%
Vitamin B6:0.85mg
42.72%
Iron:6.92mg
38.44%
Potassium:1299.52mg
37.13%
Vitamin E:5.3mg
35.3%
Vitamin B2:0.53mg
31.39%
Copper:0.57mg
28.64%
Calcium:275.99mg
27.6%
Magnesium:100mg
25%
Fiber:5.87g
23.47%
Vitamin A:1140.76IU
22.82%
Vitamin C:16.98mg
20.58%
Vitamin B5:2.03mg
20.3%
Vitamin B1:0.27mg
17.98%
Vitamin K:17.34µg
16.51%
Folate:59.47µg
14.87%
Vitamin D:0.47µg
3.1%