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French Onion Meatballs Recipe

A savory and comforting dish featuring tender meatballs infused with the rich flavors of French onion soup, topped with melted cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine French
Servings 4 servings
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 large onion finely sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • In a skillet, sauté sliced onions in a bit of oil until caramelized, about 10 minutes.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic, egg, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
  • Add the caramelized onions to the meat mixture and mix well.
  • Form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
  • Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • Bake for 20 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  • In a saucepan, heat beef broth until simmering.
  • Place the meatballs in the broth and let them absorb the flavors for 5 minutes.
  • Serve meatballs in bowls, topped with shredded Gruyère cheese, and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 15gFat: 20gFiber: 1g
Keyword french onion meatballs, comfort food, beef meatballs, easy recipes
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