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french onion meatballs

French onion meatballs: 7 savory bites to crave


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Savory meatballs infused with the rich flavors of French onion soup.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup Gruyere cheese, shredded

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, combine ground beef, onion, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic, salt, and pepper.
  3. Form the mixture into meatballs.
  4. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  5. Brown the meatballs on all sides.
  6. Transfer meatballs to a baking dish.
  7. In the skillet, add beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, bring to a simmer.
  8. Pour the sauce over the meatballs.
  9. Sprinkle Gruyere cheese on top.
  10. Bake for 20 minutes until cooked through and cheese is melted.

Notes

  • Use lean ground beef for a healthier option.
  • Serve with crusty bread for dipping.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking and pan-frying
  • Cuisine: French

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 meatball
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

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