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Crockpot French Onion Meatballs

A delicious twist on classic French onion soup, these meatballs are slow-cooked for rich flavors and comfort.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the meatballs
  • 1 pound ground beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken.
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs Use gluten-free breadcrumbs if necessary.
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
For the sauce
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 packet French onion soup mix
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
  2. Place the sliced onions at the bottom of the crockpot.
  3. Pour the beef broth and French onion soup mix over the onions, stirring slightly to combine.
  4. Form the meat mixture into meatballs and place them on top of the onion mixture in the crockpot.
Cooking
  1. Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the meatballs are cooked through and tender.
  2. Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley for a delightful presentation.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 24gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g

Notes

For the best flavor, consider searing the meatballs in a skillet before adding them to the crockpot. You can also adjust spices and herbs as desired.

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