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Italian Meatballs & Pasta

Love this easy option for busy nights and for hot summer evenings!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time6 hours
Servings - 8 servings

Ingredients 

  • 2 eggs
  • 3/4 cup panko crumbs
  • 1 Tbsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tsp garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • 1 lb. uncookedsweet Italian sausage (without casing)
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 24 oz jar marinara sauce
  • 16 oz pasta
  • Fresh parsely or basil for garnish
  • Fresh veggies, as side dish

Instructions

  • Spray your slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray.
  • In a large bowl, combine eggs, panko crumbs, Italian Seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, pepper, sausage, and ground beef.
  • Use your hands to thoroughly combine all ingredients. Form the meat into 10 large balls, alittle smaller thanthe size of a tennis ball. Arrange them aroundthe bottom of your slow cooker.
  • Pour the marinara sauce over the meatballs and cover with the slow cooker lid.
  • Set the slow cooker on low for 6 - 8 hours, or cook on high for 4 - 6 hours.
  • Prepare pasta as directed.
  • Prepare fresh veggies.
  • Serve Slow Cooker Italian Meatballs over pasta with veggies.