Crockpot Parmesan Peppercorn Meatballs

Ingredients

• 2 cup beef broth
• 1 packet brown gravy mix
• 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (The creator refers to this as the “W sauce.”)
• 1.5 tsp cracked peppercorn (Use cracked peppercorn; the creator says it makes a significant difference. The source gives a range of 1½ to 2 teaspoons.)
• 48 oz frozen meatballs (One 48-ounce bag; the video shows family-size homestyle meatballs.)
• 2 tbsp cornstarch
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 0.5 cup sour cream (Optional; leave it out if desired. The creator also mentions cream cheese, blended cottage cheese, or more half-and-half as alternatives.)
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese (Plus more for topping, as desired.)
• egg noodles (Serve the meatballs over egg noodles; the source does not provide an amount or cooking instructions.)
• cracked peppercorn (Additional peppercorn for topping, as desired.)

Steps

1. 1

   Add the beef broth, brown gravy mix, Worcestershire sauce, and 1½ to 2 teaspoons cracked peppercorn to the crockpot. Stir until the gravy mix is well dispersed.

2. 2

   Add the frozen meatballs to the crockpot and stir them into the sauce.

3. 3

   Cover the crockpot and cook on high for 2 to 3 hours or on low for 5 to 6 hours. The meatballs may be held on the warm setting for longer if needed.

4. 4

   About 30 minutes before the meatballs are finished, whisk the cornstarch and heavy whipping cream together in a separate bowl until combined.

5. 5

   Pour the cornstarch-and-cream mixture into the crockpot.

6. 6

   Add the sour cream and Parmesan cheese. If using an alternative to sour cream, use the substitute mentioned by the creator instead.

7. 7

   Stir everything together, cover the crockpot again, and cook on high for another 30 minutes.

8. 8

   Let the finished meatballs cool for 10 to 15 minutes so the sauce can thicken, then give everything one final stir.

9. 9

   Serve the Parmesan peppercorn meatballs over egg noodles. Top with additional Parmesan and cracked peppercorn, if desired.

Notes

The source does not specify how to cook the egg noodles or provide an amount for them. It also does not give a specific meatball internal temperature; use standard food-safety practices for the frozen meatballs being used.

Nutrition per serving

• main
• dinner
• crockpot
• slow-cooked
• family-friendly
• comfort food