Zesty Meatballs

Name: Zesty Meatballs
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 6 h
Total time: 6 h 45 min
Yield: 6-8 serving(s)
Ingredients: 1 egg; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon italian seasoning; 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 2 garlic cloves (minced, or 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder); 1/4 cup chopped onion; 1 lb ground beef; 1 lb ground turkey; 1/2 cup breadcrumbs; 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese; 1 (16 ounce) can tomato sauce; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar

Submitted by Munchkin Mama

"These are great by themselves or served on sandwiches!"

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Ready In:: 6hrs 45mins
Ingredients:: 12
Serves:: 6-8

ingredients

1 egg
¹⁄₂ teaspoon salt
¹⁄₂ teaspoon italian seasoning
¹⁄₄ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 garlic cloves (minced, or 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder)
¹⁄₄ cup chopped onion
1 lb ground beef
1 lb ground turkey
¹⁄₂ cup breadcrumbs
¹⁄₃ cup grated parmesan cheese
1 (16 ounce) can tomato sauce
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar

directions

In a large bowl, beat egg with salt, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, and garlic. Add chopped onion, beef, turkey, bread crumbs, and Parmesan cheese; mix well. Shape mixture into 1-inch balls and brown in a large skillet. Drain meatballs and transfer to a 5-quart Crock-Pot.
In the same bowl, mix tomato sauce and wine; pour over meatballs. Cover and cook on Low for 5 1/2 to 6 hours.
To serve as sandwiches: Place 3 to 4 meatballs on 6-8 split rolls; top with sauce from Crock-Pot. If desired add shredded mozzarella cheese, red and yellow pepper strips, sliced onions, or olives.