Crock-Pot French Onion Beef Meatballs

 

Ingredients:

For the Meatballs:

1 lb ground beef

1/2 cup breadcrumbs

1 egg

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

1 tsp garlic powder

1/2 tsp salt

1/4 tsp black pepper

1/4 cup finely chopped onion

For the French Onion Sauce:

2 tbsp butter

2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tbsp balsamic vinegar

1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

1 tsp dried thyme (or 1 tbsp fresh)

4 cups beef broth

1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (for thickening)

1 1/2 cups shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese (for topping)

Instructions:

1. Make the Meatballs – In a bowl, mix all meatball ingredients until combined. Form into 1-inch meatballs.

2. Brown the Meatballs (Optional) – For extra flavor, sear them in a skillet over medium-high heat until browned.

3. Caramelize the Onions – In the same skillet, melt butter and cook onions over medium heat until golden and caramelized (about 15-20 minutes). Add garlic, balsamic vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and thyme. Cook for another 2 minutes.

4. Slow Cook – Transfer onions to the Crock-Pot, add beef broth, and place the meatballs on top. Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or high for 2-3 hours.

5. Thicken the Sauce – Stir in the cornstarch mixture and let cook for another 15 minutes until thickened.

6. Add Cheese & Serve – Sprinkle shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese on top, cover for 5 minutes to melt, and serve!

Serving Ideas:

Over mashed potatoes or egg noodles

With crusty bread for dipping

As a meatball sub with melted cheese

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