Apple Butter Meatballs

Apple Butter is easy to make in a slow cooker, and local Italian sausage with just a few other ingredients made for an easy meatball.  This was a delicious combo.  The recipe was inspired by Southern Living.

Apple Butter

(4 Servings)

Mix all ingredients in slow cooker.  Cook on low 4-6 hours until reduced by 1/2.  Blend until smooth.
12 apples, peeled and chunked
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon allspice

Meatballs

(2 Servings)

Mix ingredients until binds together.  Form 2 tablespoon size meatballs.  Bake at 325 F. until center reaches 165 F.  Drain fat and cover with heated apple butter.
6 ounce Sweet Italian Sausage
1 egg
1/4 cup grated apple
2 tablespoon onion, diced
2 Tablespoon Parmigiano cheese, grated
2 tablespoon wheat germ