Description
Comforting and hearty meatballs infused with the rich flavors of French onion soup and topped with melted cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp sugar
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1/2 cup dry white wine (optional)
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Roll the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, and place on a plate.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the meatballs to the skillet and cook for about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
- Add the thinly sliced onions and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of sugar. Cook for about 15-20 minutes, stirring frequently, until caramelized and golden brown.
- Add the beef broth, white wine (if using), Worcestershire sauce, and flour to the onions. Stir well and bring to a simmer.
- Return the meatballs to the skillet and let everything simmer together for another 10-15 minutes.
- Sprinkle the shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese over the meatballs and sauce, cover the skillet, and allow the cheese to melt for about 5 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve warm.
Notes
These meatballs can be served in a bowl with extra sauce, over pasta, or with crusty bread for dipping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: meatballs, cheesy, French onion, comfort food, dinner