SLOW COOKER STICKY BACON & WHISKEY MEATBALLS
INGREDIENTS
FOR THE MEATBALLS:
- 8 ounces uncooked bacon
- 1/2 yellow onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 1/2 pounds ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
FOR THE SAUCE:
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 1/4 cup whiskey
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons hot chili flakes
- Chopped chives, to top
INSTRUCTIONS
- In the bowl of a food processor, combine the bacon, onion, and garlic. Process the bacon is entirely ground and no large chunks remain.
- Preheat the broiler. Transfer the bacon mixture to a large bowl and mix in the ground beef, breadcrumbs, parsley, egg, and seasonings. Roll the meat mixture into golf ball-sized balls and place on a baking sheet.
- Broil the meatballs until browned on top, about 7 minutes. (Browning times will vary.)
- Meanwhile, whisk together the sauce ingredients in the slow cooker. Add the meatballs and cook on high for 1-2 hours or low for 3-4 hours. Switch the slow cooker to warm and serve.
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