Ingredients:
1 lb ground beef
1 packet French onion soup mix
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup milk
1 egg
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 large onions, thinly sliced
2 cups beef broth
1/2 cup red wine optional
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh thyme for garnish
Directions:
1 Meatball Mixture: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, French onion soup mix, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, and Parmesan. Form into meatballs.
2 Brown Meatballs: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Brown meatballs on all sides, then transfer to the slow cooker.
3 Caramelize Onions: In the same skillet, cook onions until caramelized, about 10-15 minutes. Add to slow cooker on top of meatballs.
4 Prepare Gravy: Mix beef broth, red wine if using, and Worcestershire sauce. Pour over meatballs and onions in the slow cooker.
5 Cook: Set slow cooker to low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours. Season with salt and pepper.
6 Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with fresh thyme before serving.
Prep Time: 20 mins Cooking Time: 6-8 hours Total Time: 6 hrs 20 mins – 8 hrs 20 mins Servings: 4
Enjoy these Slow Cooker French Onion Meatballs as a heartwarming dish thats perfect for any occasion, offering a gourmet twist on classic flavors.