– 1 pound ground beef
– 1 pound ground pork (or substitute with ground turkey)
– 1 cup bread crumbs
– 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
– 1 large egg
– 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– 1/2 teaspoon paprika
– 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup
– 1 cup beef broth
– 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Follow these simple steps to create mouth-watering Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak Meatballs:
1. Preheat the Slow Cooker: Set your slow cooker to low or high, depending on how much time you have.
2. Prepare the Meatball Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, bread crumbs, chopped onion, garlic, parsley, egg, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and paprika. Mix until well combined.
3. Form the Meatballs: Shape the mixture into meatballs about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter and set aside on a plate.
4. Make the Gravy: In a separate bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup, beef broth, Dijon mustard, onion powder, and garlic powder until smooth.
5. Combine Ingredients in the Slow Cooker: Place the meatballs at the bottom of the slow cooker. Pour the gravy mixture over the meatballs, ensuring they are well covered.
6. Cook the Meatballs:
– For low heat: Cover and cook for about 6 to 8 hours, or until the meatballs are cooked through and tender.
– For high heat: Cover and cook for about 3 to 4 hours, checking for doneness.
7. Serve: Once ready, gently stir the meatballs into the gravy before serving.
These straightforward instructions ensure that even beginner cooks can create this amazing dish without any hassle.