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Crockpot French Onion Meatballs

A comforting dish that combines the rich flavors of French onion soup with hearty meatballs, perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 large egg
For the Sauce
  • 1 large onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup French onion soup
  • Optional slices sliced cheese for topping Add during the last 30 minutes of cooking

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, salt, and pepper. Form the mixture into meatballs and set aside.
Cooking
  1. Place sliced onions in the bottom of the crockpot, arrange the meatballs on top, then pour the combined beef broth and French onion soup over them.
  2. Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or high for 3–4 hours.
Serving
  1. If desired, top with sliced cheese during the last 30 minutes of cooking. Serve the meatballs warm with the onion and broth mixture.

Notes

For more flavor, use fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary in the meatball mixture. If you like a bit of a kick, add some red pepper flakes to the meatballs for a spicy twist. Don't skip the cheese! Adding sliced cheese in the last 30 minutes makes the dish even more indulgent. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.