Simple, yet incredibly decadent cheesy Low & Slow Asiago Meatballs will be your new favorite go-to appetizer. The best part is that they can be changed up to fit your taste.
Be sure and check out the suggestions for making this recipe differently below!
Today is all about cooking Low & Slow.
This of course, prompted me to pull out the crockpot and whip up a batch of these delicious Asiago Meatballs. They are a favorite around our house as an appetizer, snack or even as a main dish.
Our favorite part about these meatballs, is they can be changed up with herbs and spices to change flavor and taste. This makes them pretty versatile and can be used for almost any event.
Make the recipe and add a teaspoon or so of the listed items to the sauce, before adding the meatballs.
- Mexican – Use jalapeno’s and cilantro.
- Italian – Use oregano, basil, thyme.
- French – Use bay leaf, parsley and thyme.
- Asian – Cumin, Five Spice and/or Tumeric
- Portuguese – Garlic, Coriander and Parsley. Add some chopped Chorizo… amazing!
The other part that is great about this dish, is simply that it can cook all day and you have the makings for a great after school snack or even the beginning of a great dinner. We love to serve these cheesy Asiago Meatballs over pasta (add 1 cup of heavy cream and 1/4 cup of butter to sauce before adding meatballs) or brown rice.
As an appetizer, they go fast! You can either put them out on a platter with toothpicks or leave them in a small crockpot with a jar of toothpicks next to the crockpot. People love them, and might even wish to put a few on their plate at a time, so make sure you have a large serving spoon nearby too.
Don’t forget to check out the fabulous line up of recipes for today’s Low and Slow #SundaySupper
Low & Slow Breads & Starters:
- Asiago Meatballs from Daily Dish Recipes
- Slow Cooker Bread: Easy Dinner Rolls from Growing Up Gabel
Low & Slow Mains:
- Apricot-Mustard Baked Ham from Healthy.Delicious.
- Braniya {Lamb and Eggplant Tajine} from MarocMama
- Brisket from Sustainable Dad
- Carnitas from That Skinny Chick Can Bake
- Dairyfree Chicken and Mushroom Ragout from The Not So Cheesy Kitchen
- Dry Rubbed Smoked Back Ribs from Noshing With The Nolands
- French Dip Sandwiches from Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks
- Italian Sunday Gravy from The Girl In The Little Red Kitchen
- Minestrone Soup from Peanut Butter and Peppers
- Osso Buco from Webicurean
- Pork and Sauerkraut Sandwiches from Cindy’s Recipes and Writings
- Rice, Bean and Vegetable Casserole from Happy Baking Days
- Salsa Chicken from Momma’s Meals
- Sauerbraten from Magnolia Days
- Slow-Cooker Mole from girlichef
- Sweet Pork from Table for Seven
Low & Slow Sides:
- Caramelized Garlic in the Crock-Pot from Shockingly Delicious
- Slow Roasted Balsamic Tomatoes from The Wimpy Vegetarian
Low & Slow Desserts:
- 8-hour Cheesecake with Roasted Grapes (gluten free) from Vintage Kitchen
- Slow-Cooked Gooey Pina Colada Cake from Juanita’s Cocina
- Slow Cooker Pineapple Coconut Rice Pudding from Sue’s Nutrition Buzz
Wine Pairing Recommendations for Low & Slow Food from ENOFYLZ Wine Blog
Asiago Meatballs
Ingredients
- 1 cup of chicken broth
- 1 can of diced roasted tomatoes, drained
- 16 ounce container of sour cream
- 2 cups of asiago cheese, shredded
- 1 1/4 cup of mayonnaise
- 6 oz cream cheese, this time we used Savory Garlic Philadelphia Cooking Creme
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic, we left it out because we used the cooking creme
- 1 cup of green onions, thinly sliced
- 2-3 teaspoons of herbs, your choice - we used cilantro and basil
- 1 package, 2 to 3 pounds fresh or frozen, fully cooked meatballs
Instructions
- In a saucepan mix together all ingredients, except meatballs and allow to simmer, stirring frequently, for about 5 to 10 minutes.
- If you want to serve the meatballs over a pasta or rice, add 1 cup of heavy cream and 1/4 cup of butter to the sauce too.
- Add the meatballs to a crockpot set to low. Pour the sauce over the meatballs, cover and cook for 3-4 hours before serving.
Anita at Hungry Couple
Suddenly I have a craving for meatballs! 🙂
Paula @ Vintage Kitchen
Well, this is really interesting. I never thought of cooking cooked meatballs but I wouldn´t mind stopping by and having a platefull of these Nicole!
Pam @ Blueberries And Blessings
these look so amazing – I am going to have to go to the store in a while and get the few things I need for these and make them ASAP!!
Katy
They sound like they will be so flavorful and tender – and I love the ideas for different country-inspired spices!
Renee
I’m so glad you shared this recipe. I get tired of the typical meatballs with red sauce. I love asiago cheese too.
Laura | Small Wallet, Big Appetite
I love meatballs. This looks like a great simple idea for party food.
Susan
I’m a sucker for appetizer sized meatballs. Can’t eat just one, plus with cheese sauce on top? I’m sold!
Jen @JuanitasCocina
Girl, I can see why these fly out of the pot. YUM!
Cindys Recipes and Writings
These go on my must try list!
Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers
Yum! What a great idea and i love all the different kind of meatballs you can make! Great recipe!
Kayle (The Cooking Actress)
AH so good! And I love how you can switch these up, I’d obv. go the Italian route because I’m predictable like that lol
Heather @girlichef
There’s just something about meatballs that I cannot resist. These sound amazing – as do all of the variations!
Amanda @ MarocMama
I can not get enough asiago in my life. These look so yummy! I also love the different variations you provided.
Tara
Drooling!! Love all the variations too!!
Chris Baccus
I love how you provided several variations in flavor. These look so good. I think I’ll try the Mexican version soon.
Bea
I love how versatile this is! Love meatballs any time and for any occasion. Perfect!
Dorothy at ShockinglyDelicious
Love all of the variations you suggest! Versatile recipe. Great #SundaySupper selection!
Hezzi-D
These look great! I love the twist on traditional crock-pot meatballs. These look so creamy and delicious plus I love all the variations!
Diana @GourmetDrizzles
What an awesome recipe… and love all the variations, depending on the mood!
Anne @ Webicurean
I’ve been thinking about these since you first mentioned them! I can’t wait to try this recipe!
Martin D. Redmond
Great recipe. I especially like the versatility, and they look tasty!
Liz
These look scrumptious, Nicole!
sunithi
These look so yummy and the possibilities are endless ! Thanks for sharing !!
Sarah | Curious Cuisiniere
Meatballs make such a great party appetizer! I love that this recipe can be adapted so many ways!
Family Foodie
Meatballs are always great as an appetizer. I love asiago cheese, and these sound like they would be amazing. I liked that you included the different spices and ingredients to add different flavors. I will have to try some of these out!
Lori @ Foxes Love Lemons
These look terrific! I always love serving meatballs as a party food – EVERYBODY loves them, always. Thanks for the new recipe!
Crystal
Yummy! Just bookmarked! Please feel free to share with our G+ Community, The Crock Pot Crowd! We welcome recipes from bloggers! 🙂
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