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Crock Pot French Onion Meatballs

Crock Pot French Onion Meatballs: Comfort Food Bliss at Home

Experience the magic of Crock Pot French Onion Meatballs, a comforting dish infused with savory flavors and melted Gruyere cheese.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 26 oz Frozen Meatballs Convenient, or use homemade/turkey meatballs for a healthier option.
For the Sauce
  • 2 cups Low-Sodium Beef Broth Vegetable broth can be used for a lighter option.
  • 1 oz Brown Gravy Mix Consider a gluten-free mix if desired.
  • 2 tsp Garlic, minced Garlic powder can serve as a substitute.
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tsp Dried Thyme Swap in fresh thyme at double the amount.
  • 1 tbsp White Wine Vinegar Apple cider vinegar works as a substitute.
  • 0.25 cup Water Omit if sauce is thick enough.
  • 2 tbsp Cornstarch Arrowroot powder or flour can be used as alternatives.
For the Topping
  • 1.5 cups Gruyere Cheese, grated Swiss cheese is a great substitute.

Equipment

  • 6-quart crock pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Slice the medium yellow onions thinly and layer them evenly at the bottom of your 6-quart crock pot.
  2. Arrange the frozen meatballs on top of the sliced onions in the crock pot.
  3. Combine the beef broth, brown gravy mix, garlic, black pepper, thyme, white wine vinegar, and water in a bowl, whisk until smooth.
  4. Pour the sauce over the meatballs and onions, cover, and cook on high for 2½ to 3½ hours or on low for 5 to 6 hours.
  5. Whisk together cornstarch and ¼ cup of water, then pour it over the meatballs and stir gently.
  6. Sprinkle Gruyere cheese over meatballs, cover, and cook for an additional 10 minutes on high until cheese has melted.
  7. Serve over mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles, or use toothpicks for appetizers.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Choose quality meatballs for a better dish and ensure onions are caramelized perfectly.

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