Best 3 Slow Cooker Porcupine Meatballs With Peppers Recipes

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**Savor the Hearty Delights of Slow-Cooker Porcupine Meatballs with Peppers**

Embark on a culinary journey with our tantalizing recipe for Slow-Cooker Porcupine Meatballs with Peppers. This delectable dish combines the classic flavors of savory meatballs and vibrant bell peppers, creating a symphony of taste that will delight your palate.

These scrumptious meatballs are crafted with a blend of ground beef, rice, and aromatic seasonings, ensuring a tender and flavorful core. Coated in a luscious tomato sauce, they are then nestled amidst a colorful array of bell peppers, onions, and garlic. As they simmer in the slow cooker, the flavors meld together, resulting in a harmonious and comforting meal.

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Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

PORCUPINE MEATBALLS



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Beef, raw rice, onion and Italian seasoning come together in this simple weeknight dinner of porcupine meatballs. Where'd the name come from? While the meatballs bake, the grains of rice pop out and look incredibly similar to porcupine quills. Simmer the meatballs in a quick homemade tomato sauce for a delicious, family-friendly dish.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound ground beef, preferably 80/20 (80 percent lean)
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/2 small onion, finely diced
1/2 cup long-grain white rice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, plus more for serving
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
One 28-ounce can tomato puree
1/4 cup ketchup

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Use your hands to mix the ground beef, egg, onion, rice, parsley, 1/2 teaspoon of the Italian seasoning, 1/4 teaspoon of the garlic powder, 1 teaspoon salt and several grinds of pepper in a large bowl until well combined. Roll the meat mixture into 24 balls (each about 2 heaping tablespoons and 1 inch in diameter).
  • Heat the olive oil in a large, high-sided oven-proof skillet over medium-high heat. Once shimmering, add the meatballs and cook until lightly browned on all sides, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Reduce the heat to medium, then stir in the tomato puree, ketchup, remaining 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning, remaining 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt and several grinds of pepper until the sauce is combined and meatballs are well coated.
  • Cover with a tight-fitting lid and transfer to the oven. Bake until the meatballs are cooked through and no longer pink, the rice is tender and poking out and the sauce has reduced slightly, about 50 minutes. Carefully remove from the oven and top with more chopped parsley.

PORCUPINE MEATBALLS IN CROCK POT!



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Easy to make and tasty meal. Meatballs can be made ahead of time and frozen. I hope you like it. Prep time includes chopping the onion and pepper.

Provided by Bekah

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 7h20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 lb hamburger
1/2 cup rice
1/2 cup onion, chopped up finely
1/2 cut green pepper, chopped up finely
1 egg
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 (10 ounce) can tomato soup
1 can diced tomatoes or 1 can sliced tomatoes

Steps:

  • Combine first 7 ingredients, mixing well to combine.
  • Shape hamburger mixture into roughly 20-24 meatballs about 1 1/2 inches around.
  • Place meatballs in crockpot and pour soup and tomatoes (plus juice from tomatoes) over the meatballs.
  • Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or high for 4.
  • I usually make the meatballs the night before, or even a week before, then freeze them until ready to use.
  • Makes for a real quick preparation time.
  • ENJOY!

PORCUPINE MEATBALLS



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These well-seasoned porcupine meatballs in a rich tomato sauce are one of my mom's best main dishes. I used to love this meal when I was growing up. I made it at home for our children, and now my daughters make it for their families. -Darlis Wilfer, West Bend, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup uncooked long grain rice
1/2 cup water
1/3 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon celery salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1 pound ground beef
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
1 cup water
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Add beef and mix well. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls. In a large skillet, brown meatballs in oil; drain. Combine tomato sauce, water, brown sugar and Worcestershire sauce; pour over meatballs. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 421 calories, Fat 21g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 1317mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of ground meats. This recipe calls for ground beef and pork, but you can use any combination of ground meats that you like. Ground turkey, chicken, or lamb would all be good substitutes.
  • Don't overcook the meatballs. The meatballs should be cooked through, but not dry. Overcooked meatballs will be tough and chewy.
  • Use a good-quality jarred marinara sauce. The marinara sauce is a key ingredient in this recipe, so it's important to use a good-quality sauce that you enjoy the taste of.
  • Add some vegetables to the sauce. If you want to add some extra vegetables to this recipe, you can stir in some chopped carrots, celery, or onions to the sauce.
  • Serve the meatballs over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes. These meatballs are delicious served over any type of starch. You can also serve them on their own as an appetizer.

Conclusion:

This slow cooker porcupine meatballs with peppers recipe is an easy and delicious meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight. The meatballs are made with a combination of ground beef and pork, and they are simmered in a flavorful marinara sauce. The peppers add a bit of sweetness and crunch to the dish. This recipe is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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