Slow Cooker Grape Jelly Meatballs

Appetizer Ideas for Pre-Cooked Meatballs

Jones meatballs are cooked to tender perfection in a slow cooker, allowing them to soak up the rich flavors of grape jelly, bbq sauce, and tomato jam.

12
Servings
1 hr
Prep Time
4 hrs
Total Time
Contains Gluten icon
Gluten Free

Ingredients

Amount / Quantity Ingredients
2 (16 oz.) packages

Jones Dairy Farm No Antibiotics Ever Pork Meatballs

1 cup

Barbecue sauce

1/2 cup

Grape jelly

1/2 cup

Tomato jam, optional (ingredients below)

Tomato Jam:

5 cups

Cherry or chunked whole tomatoes (fresh or canned)

1/2 cup

Brown sugar

1 tbsp

Chili paste

1 tsp

Kosher salt

Directions

  1. Make the jam. Mix all ingredients in a large skillet over low heat. Simmer for 45-60 minutes until tomatoes are thick and jammy. It should coat the back of your spoon.

  2. Make the meatballs. Combine all ingredients in a slow cooker. Cover with lid and cook on low for 3-4 hours or high for 2 hours. To make on stove, simmer in a large Dutch oven over medium-low heat for 25-40 minutes.

  3. Top meatballs with fresh chives and enjoy!

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