Cheesy French Onion Meatballs
If you’re craving a warm, comforting dish that combines two beloved favorites, look no further than Cheesy French Onion Meatballs. This delightful recipe merges juicy meatballs with the rich flavors of classic French onion soup, creating a heartwarming meal perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. With tender ground beef, caramelized onions, and gooey cheese, every bite is sure to satisfy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: French
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 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until combined. Form into 1-inch meatballs.
- Sauté sliced onions in olive oil and butter until caramelized. Push to one side of the skillet.
- Brown the meatballs in the skillet for 5-7 minutes.
- Sprinkle flour over the mixture; add beef broth and Worcestershire sauce. Simmer gently.
- Top with shredded Gruyère cheese; cover until melted before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg