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Savory French Onion Meatballs with Rich Onion Sauce: A Flavorful Twist on a Classic Dish

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Savory French Onion Meatballs smothered in a rich onion sauce and topped with melted Gruyère cheese.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, egg, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper until combined.
  3. Form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place on a lined baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 20 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  5. While baking, heat olive oil in a skillet and sauté remaining onion until caramelized (10-15 minutes).
  6. Add beef broth to the skillet, simmer, and gently add baked meatballs; simmer for 5 minutes.
  7. Sprinkle cheese over meatballs, cover, and cook until cheese is melted (2-3 minutes).

Notes

  • Substitute ground beef with turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
  • Author: Jenny
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking, Sautéing
  • Cuisine: French
  • Diet: Omnivore

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 meatball with sauce
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg