Slow Cooker French Onion Meatballs (Print)
Tender slow-cooked meatballs with onions and rich gravy.
# Ingredients:
→ Meatballs
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1 lb ground beef
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1 packet French onion soup mix
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1/2 cup breadcrumbs
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1/4 cup milk
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1 egg
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
→ Cooking and Sauce
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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2 large onions, thinly sliced
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2 cups beef broth
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Fresh thyme for garnish
# Directions:
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In a large bowl, mix the ground beef, French onion soup mix, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, and Parmesan cheese until well combined. Form the mixture into meatballs.
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In a skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the meatballs and brown them on all sides. Once browned, transfer the meatballs to the slow cooker.
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In the same skillet, add the sliced onions. Cook until the onions are golden brown and caramelized, about 10-15 minutes. Add the caramelized onions on top of the meatballs in the slow cooker.
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In a bowl, mix the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce. Pour the mixture over the meatballs and onions in the slow cooker.
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Set the slow cooker on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
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Before serving, garnish with fresh thyme. Enjoy the meatballs hot!
# Notes:
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The slow cooking process allows the flavors to meld beautifully, creating an irresistible sauce.