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French Onion Meatballs

A hands-off, savory dinner with tender meatballs in a rich French onion broth, perfect for weeknights or casual gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the meatballs
  • 1 pound ground beef Use lean ground beef for best results.
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped onions
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 large egg
  • to taste salt and pepper
For the sauce
  • 2 cups beef broth Use low-sodium broth to control the saltiness.
  • 1 packet French onion soup mix
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Add near the end for a melty topping.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, onion, garlic, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
  2. Form the mixture into small, even-sized meatballs.
Cooking
  1. Place meatballs in the crockpot.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix beef broth and French onion soup mix. Pour over the meatballs.
  3. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
  4. Before serving, sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top and let it melt.

Notes

For best texture, avoid overworking the meat. You can sear the meatballs for extra flavor if desired.