Description
Mississippi Meatballs in the Crock Pot are a mouthwatering blend of tender meatballs and a creamy, tangy sauce that will elevate your comfort food game. Infused with the rich flavors of ranch dressing and pepperoncini peppers, these meatballs simmer to perfection, filling your home with an irresistible aroma. Ideal for cozy family dinners or potlucks, this dish promises to impress with minimal effort. Gather around the table and enjoy the delightful combination of flavors that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 oz ranch dressing mix (about 1 packet)
- 4 whole pepperoncini peppers
- 1/2 cup beef broth
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into equal-sized meatballs (about one inch).
- Optional: Brown the meatballs in a skillet over medium-high heat for about five minutes for added flavor.
- In a separate bowl, mix ranch dressing mix with beef broth until blended.
- Pour the sauce into the crock pot and add the meatballs. Toss gently to coat.
- Cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours until cooked through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours (low) or 3 hours (high)
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg