2 Meatball Recipes That Don't Involve Spaghetti




Everyone knows that spaghetti and meatballs are a classic combination you can't go wrong with. But, there's so much more you can do. From cheesy sandwiches to warm stews, they're incredibly versatile and make great meals.

Apart from that, these recipes can be done with small or regular sized pre-made meat. If you're wondering where to buy frozen mini meatballs, you can find them at local grocery stores or online.
Go ahead and try out these meatball recipes that step out of the pasta comfort zone.  

Crockpot Swedish Meatballs

Crockpot Swedish meatballs are well known and loved all over the world for their delicious taste and wonderful texture. Made with beef, pork, spices, eggs, breadcrumbs, and allspice, this quickly became a national dish for the Swedes.

Ingredients:
·       1 Package of Frozen Meatballs
·       1 Chopped Onion
·       2 Cloves of Garlic
·       1 Can of Cream of Mushroom Soup
·       1 Cup of Sour Cream
·       2 Tablespoons of Flour
·       1/4 Teaspoon of Pepper

Once you've gathered all the ingredients, you can now proceed to cooking.

1.       Combine the frozen meatballs, onion, garlic, mushroom soup, and water in a crockpot.
2.       Cover the pot and cook at low heat for 6 to 8 hours or until the meat is hot and the onions have softened.
3.       About an hour before the end of the cooking time, combine the sour cream, flour, and pepper into a bowl. Mix them well with a wire whisk.
4.       Add some liquid from the crockpot to the sour cream bowl. Mix them well until smooth.
5.       Add the sour cream mixture into the crockpot, stir it well, and then put the cover back on. Continue cooking for 30 to 40 minutes until the sauce becomes thick and the rest of the ingredients blend well with it.
And, just like that, you have a warm and hearty Swedish meatballs meal that anyone can enjoy.

Beer BBQ Meatballs

Barbequed meatballs are already great on their own. But, you can add more depth to the flavor. Since the sauce is made from scratch, you'll have some control over its taste. All you need is ketchup, red wine vinegar, common spices, onions, and beer.
Ingredients: 

·        3 Pounds of Frozen Meatballs
·        2 Medium Onions
·        1 Bottle of Beer
·        1 1/2 Cups of Ketchup
·        2 Tablespoons of Red Wine Vinegar
·        1/4 Teaspoon of Garlic Powder
·        1/4 Teaspoon of Salt
·        1/4 Teaspoon of Black Pepper
·        1/4 Cup of Brown Sugar

Now that you have everything you need, it's time to bring out your slow cooker and get started on an awesome dish. 

1.       Put the frozen meatballs at the bottom of your slow cooker.
2.       Add the onions, beer, ketchup, red wine, and seasonings.
3.       Stir everything well to make sure they're blended.
4.       Place the lid on the slow cooker and put on low heat for 8 to 10 hours.
Once that's done, you can serve it for your friends and family to enjoy. 

These simple recipes give a delicious twist to the classic tasty dish. If you're thinking of buying some, just type "where to buy frozen meatballs" in your search engine to get a list of online shops or grocery stores that sell them.

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