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Whether you're a Workerette juggling a job outside the home, an at-home mom, a work-at-home mom or all of the above *yikes!*, you've probably wondered if a slow cooker would be useful for you.  I'm personally learning that the answer is a resounding YES!  Even if you aren't a mom (or perhaps, are a gramma or great-gramma), planning ahead can only be a good thing.  It makes the budget a little less likely to break, the days a little more efficient, and with recipes like the ones these ladies are sharing, it can make dinner healthier and/or tastier!

Since the countdown has begun to Super Bowl 42, a lot of folks are gearing up for the fun.  (It's going to be February 3rd in Arizon, in case you didn't know.  heh heh)  I thought I'd share a tasty little something that is perfect for carrying along or indulging in at home: Italian-style meatballs done up just right. 

Here's the recipe: 

What You Need:

• 4 lb frozen Italian-style meatballs
• 1 - 8 oz can of tomato sauce
• 1 C ketchup
• 1 C apple jelly
• 1 C grape juice 
  

What To Do:

• Combine the tomato sauce, apple jelly, grape juice and ketchup in a saucepan; cook (stirring occassionally) over medium heat until the jelly is melted.  Remove from heat.
• Put meatballs in a 5-quart slow cooker.
• Pour sauce over the meatballs and stir to coat them.
• Cover and cook on the low setting for 4 hours (or until heated through).
  
• Serve with cubed cheese, crackers...mmmm!