1jar(28 ounces) marinara sauce (I like Classico and Bertolli)
1can(28 ounces) crushed tomatoes in puree
2clovesgarlic, minced
1tablespoonsugar
1tablespoonItalian seasoning
1bay leaf, optional
Instructions
Ideal Slow Cooker Size: 4 to 6-Quart (Your slow cooker should be between ½ and ¾ full.)
In a large bowl, gently mix together the beef, egg, bread crumbs, grated Parmesan, parsley, onion and garlic powder until well combined.
Shape the mixture into 18 golf-ball sized meatballs.
Place meatballs in the slow cooker.
Stir together the marinara sauce, crushed tomatoes, garlic, Italian seasoning and bay leaf, if using. Pour over the meatballs.
Cover and cook on LOW for 6 to 8 hours, until the meatballs are cooked through.
If you used a bay leaf, fish it out and discard before serving.
Recipe Notes
For a chunkier sauce, use diced tomatoes instead of crushed.Serving size: 3 meatballs + 1 cup sauceClick here to see your WW PersonalPoints for this recipe and track it in the WW app or site.8*SmartPoints (Green plan)8*SmartPoints (Blue plan)8*SmartPoints (Purple plan)10*PointsPlus (Old plan)
Nutrition Facts
Easy Slow Cooker Meatballs & Sauce Recipe
Amount Per Serving (3 meatballs + 1 cup sauce)
Calories 408Calories from Fat 144
% Daily Value*
Fat 16g25%
Carbohydrates 33g11%
Fiber 5g20%
Protein 32g64%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.