Introduction
The ultimate cozy weeknight comfort meal! Tender, juicy beef meatballs slow-cook to perfection inside an incredibly rich, savory, and velvety mushroom gravy, then get tossed with tender egg noodles for a satisfying dinner the whole family will love.
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 5–6 hours (Low) or 2–3 hours (High)
• Servings: 6 people
🛒 Ingredients
• 1 bag (24 to 28 oz): Frozen homestyle meatballs (fully cooked)
• 12 oz: Wide egg noodles, uncooked (to be boiled separately before serving)
• 1 can (10.5 oz): Condensed cream of mushroom soup
• 2 cups: Low-sodium beef broth
• 1 packet (1 oz): Brown gravy mix (or onion soup mix)
• 1 cup: Sour cream (full fat preferred)
• 1 tbsp: Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp: Garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp: Onion powder
• To taste: Salt and freshly cracked black pepper
• 2 tbsp: Fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional garnish)
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
- Prep the Slow Cooker: Lightly spray the inside of your slow cooker insert with non-stick cooking spray.
- Mix the Savory Base: Directly inside the bottom of the slow cooker, whisk together the condensed cream of mushroom soup, beef broth, brown gravy mix, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until completely smooth.
- Add the Meatballs: Pour the frozen homestyle meatballs into the seasoned sauce mixture. Stir gently with a large spoon to ensure every meatball is fully coated in the gravy base.
- Slow Cook: Cover tightly with the heavy lid and cook on LOW for 5 to 6 hours (or HIGH for 2 to 3 hours) until the meatballs are completely hot, tender, and juicy.
- Cook the Noodles: About 20 minutes before serving, bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil on the stove. Cook the wide egg noodles according to the package directions until just al dente. Drain well.
- Make it Creamy: Turn off the slow cooker heat. Gently stir the sour cream into the bubbling meatball gravy until fully combined, smooth, and velvety.
- Combine and Serve: Add the drained, warm egg noodles directly into the slow cooker and gently fold everything together until the noodles are completely coated in the rich cream sauce. Scoop hot into bowls, garnish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, and enjoy immediately!