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Slow Cooker Bourbon Apple Butter Meatballs

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These Slow Cooker Bourbon Apple Butter Meatballs combine sweet apple butter and warming bourbon in a tender, savory dish perfect for entertaining or family dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs ground beef
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 cup apple butter
  • 1/4 cup bourbon
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (for browning meatballs)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Mix until just combined.
  2. Form mixture into 1-inch meatballs and set aside.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Brown the meatballs on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Transfer meatballs to the slow cooker.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together apple butter, bourbon, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, and onion powder.
  5. Pour the sauce mixture over the meatballs in the slow cooker. Gently stir to coat.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until meatballs are cooked through and sauce is thickened.
  7. Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

For extra flavor, serve these meatballs over creamy mashed potatoes or alongside roasted vegetables.

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