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Cheesy French Onion Meatballs

Cheesy French Onion Meatballs: Comfort Food You'll Love

These Cheesy French Onion Meatballs combine classic flavors for a comforting dish that's simple to make and loved by all.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Pepper Adjust to taste
For the Sauce
  • 2 Onions Yellow onions work best
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Butter can be used as an alternative
  • 1 cup Beef Broth Chicken or vegetable broth can be used
  • 1 tsp Sugar Optional honey or maple syrup can be used
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Gruyère Cheese Can substitute with Swiss or Fontina cheese
Optional Seasonings
  • Fresh Herbs Such as thyme or parsley
  • Optional Spices Garlic powder or paprika

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef with salt, pepper, and any optional spices. Form into uniform meatballs.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add sliced onions, cook until golden brown, about 20-30 minutes.
  3. Pour in beef broth after onions caramelize, simmer for 10 minutes to thicken.
  4. Gently nestle meatballs into the skillet, cover and cook for 5-10 minutes.
  5. Sprinkle Gruyère cheese over meatballs, cover and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until cheese melts.
  6. Plate meatballs with sauce, serve hot with optional fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently with a splash of broth.

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