Description
A cozy, crockpot-friendly take on French onion meatballs, seasoned with raw onion and parsley, and simmered in French onion soup until tender.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 1 lb ground pork
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or panko)
- 1 large egg
- 1 onion, finely chopped (white or yellow)
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 1 cup French onion soup (canned or boxed)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, pork, breadcrumbs, egg, finely chopped onion, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix gently.
- Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
- Arrange the meatballs in a single layer in the crockpot.
- Pour the French onion soup evenly over the meatballs.
- Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours, or on high for 3–4 hours.
- If using Gruyère, sprinkle it over the meatballs during the last 15 minutes of cooking and cover to melt.
- Serve hot with your chosen sides.
Notes
Breadcrumbs: For a lighter texture, use panko or gluten-free breadcrumbs. Cheese: Gruyère melts well, but mozzarella or cheddar can be used. For a vegetarian version, use plant-based meat or mushrooms with vegetable broth instead of French onion soup.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 480 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: French