Description
Sticky, sweet-savory meatballs cooked in a rich honey bourbon sauce, perfect for parties or game day.
Ingredients
- 40 frozen meatballs (about two 20-ounce packages)
- ½ cup ketchup
- ½ cup honey
- ½ cup bourbon
- ½ cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice (fresh is best)
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Whisk the sauce: In a large bowl, combine ketchup, honey, bourbon, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, kosher salt, and black pepper. Stir until smooth.
- Add meatballs: Place the frozen meatballs into the slow cooker in an even layer.
- Pour sauce: Pour the sauce over the meatballs, stirring gently to coat.
- Cook on HIGH for 1 hour, stirring occasionally while cooking.
- Reduce heat: After 1 hour, turn the slow cooker to LOW and cook for an additional 2 hours.
- Finish and thicken: If desired, remove ¼ cup of sauce, whisk in cornstarch, and return to slow cooker, cooking uncovered on HIGH for 10-15 minutes until thickened.
- Serve: Transfer to a warming dish and garnish if desired.
Notes
For a non-alcohol version, swap bourbon with apple juice or orange juice and reduce sugar slightly. Ensure meatballs and Worcestershire sauce are gluten-free for a gluten-free option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American