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Zesty Meatballs
 
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Prep Time: 45 Minutes
Cook Time: 315 Minutes
Ready In: 360 Minutes
Servings: 8
These are great by themselves or served on sandwiches!
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:
1. 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.
2. In the same bowl, mix tomato sauce and wine; pour over meatballs. Cover and cook on Low for 5 1/2 to 6 hours.
3. 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.
By RecipeOfHealth.com