How to Make Albondigas in the Crock Pot

Make Albondigas in the Crock-Pot - YUMMY! As I have said many, many times before, the Crock Pot is absolutely the best way to cook (in my opinion). It is so easy, and clean up is a breeze, especially if you buy Crock Pot liners! So, read on and learn this yummy recipe, and be on the look out for many more to come!

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• 1/2 pound ground chuck
• 1/2 onion – minced
• 2 cloves garlic – minced
• 1/4 cup instant rice – uncooked
• 1 egg
• Salt and pepper -- to taste
• 4 ounces chopped green chiles --canned, drained
• 1 carrot – shredded
• 14 1/2 ounces stewed tomatoes – canned
• 4 cups hot water
• 2 cups low-fat beef broth -- or water
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley – or cilantro

1. In a bowl, combine beef, onion, garlic, rice, egg, salt and pepper to taste. Form into 1 1/2" meatballs. Place chilies and shredded carrots in bottom of slow cooker. Spoon tomatoes evenly on top. Place meatballs on top of tomatoes. Pour in water, broth, oregano and parsley or cilantro. Cover and cook on LOW 5 1/2 to 6 hours.

2. Garnish this popular Mexican soup with sprigs of fresh cilantro or mint, and serve with flour tortillas.

3. Per serving: 121 Calories (kcal); 7g Total Fat; 7g Protein; 9g Carbohydrate; 45mg Cholesterol;
   48mg Sodium - 3 Points

[obtortus]

on 4/8/2009 I think I might try this at an upcoming rehearsal dinner..... thanks!

[Raphaella]

on 3/6/2009 Sounds good.

[joni04]

on 2/15/2009 Thanks for the Crockpot recipe. I treasure those the same I do money! *****

[FrazzledNanny]

on 2/12/2009 Thanks for the recipe. I've never heard of Albondigas before but it sounds great. 5*