Ground beef meatballs are cooked with fruits and bell peppers in this wonderful recipe. Top it with toasted coconut for a taste of the islands.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 7 hours
Total Time: 7 hours, 20 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 Tbsp. olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 lb. frozen precooked meatballs
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 16 oz. can pineapple tidbits, undrained
- 8 oz. can mandarin oranges, drained
- 2 Tbsp. lemon juice
- 2 Tbsp. soy sauce
- 2 Tbsp. water
- 2 Tbsp. cornstarch
- Hot cooked noodles
- 1/4 cup toasted coconut
- 1/2 cup cashew pieces
Preparation:
In large skillet, cook onion in olive oil, stirring frequently, until crisp tender, about 3-4 minutes. Place in 3-1/2 to 4 quart slow cooker. Add meatballs, stock, green and red bell pepper, and undrained pineapple tidbits. Cover and cook on LOW for 5-7 hours.
Combine lemon juice, soy sauce, water, and cornstarch in small bowl and mix well. Add to beef mixture along with drained mandarin oranges. Cover and cook on HIGH for 15-20 minutes until thickened. Serve over hot cooked noodles, garnished with toasted coconut and cashews. Serves 6
