*we’ve lovingly revised the name of these due to my second born’s obsession with them! (Nickname: Bug 😆)
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Ingredients
•1 lb gr beef (lean)
•1 lb gr sausage (mild)
•1 c breadcrumbs (I like Italian)
•1 egg
•1/4 tsp chili powder
•1/4 tsp onion powder
•1/4 tsp garlic powder
•2 tsp minced garlic
•2/3 c diced white onion
•1/4 tsp pepper
•1 tsp salt
Spray the inside of your crockpot with nonstick cooking spray. Mix all ingredients together at once. I will use a curved spatula to mix everything then toward the end I’ll use my hands to really incorporate it all together. I use a tbsp measured to scoop the meat – I do a “heaping” tbsp. This just helps me get an idea of the size so they’re all uniform. Then roll it into a nicer shaped ball. Add each to the inside of your crockpot until meat is gone. They will kind of look like mini golf balls.
I *do not* cover them with any extra sauces. I just let them cook as is (they will release their own juice/sauce from the sausage!) Cook on high for about 3 hours. Around then, check them (my crockpot heats up really well/fast) so at that mark, if they’re not cooked through, you can set it to low and let them cook another 30-45 min.
These are great for appetizers, meatball sub sandwiches, or in pasta bakes/casseroles! Lots of ways to dress them up or down. Cole LOVES meatballs and will just eat them plain!
We’ve also been in a time crunch in the last few months and I’ve made them in the oven. So instead of slow cooking them for 3-4 hours I will throw them in the oven at 400 degrees for about 25 minutes or so and they come out just as delicious! My husband actually prefers them this way.
Tag me if you make them! I’d love to see! @disneysinthedesert
