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Cheesy French Onion Meatballs

Delicious meatballs infused with caramelized onions and gooey cheese, served in a savory sauce reminiscent of French onion soup.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: French
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound ground beef or your choice of ground meat
  • 1 cup finely chopped onions reserve some for the sauce
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup shredded cheese e.g., mozzarella or Swiss
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for sautéing
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup beef or vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
For Garnish
  • to taste fresh herbs like parsley (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and cook until they become soft and caramelized, about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. In a large bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, sautéed onions (reserve some for sauce), egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well incorporated, then fold in half of the shredded cheese.
  4. Shape the mixture into equal-sized meatballs, about 1-1.5 inches in diameter, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Cooking
  1. Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes or until fully cooked through.
  2. In the same pan used for the onions, add the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce. Bring to a simmer and allow to thicken slightly.
  3. Once the meatballs are done, add them to the sauce and let them simmer for another 5 minutes.
  4. Plate your meatballs, sprinkle the reserved onions on top, and garnish with the remaining cheese. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

Don’t skip the caramelization to add depth and richness. You can experiment with different meats like ground turkey or chicken. If your mixture is too wet, add more breadcrumbs until it reaches the right consistency. Leftovers store well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.