Slow Cooker French Onion Meatballs combine the savory flavors of classic French onion soup with tender, juicy meatballs in a comforting dish that’s perfect for easy weeknight dinners or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Here’s how to make them:
Ingredients:
For the Meatballs:
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef (or a mix of beef and pork)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
For the French Onion Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 large onions, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1/2 cup red wine (optional, can substitute with additional beef broth)
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup grated Gruyère or Swiss cheese (for topping)
- Fresh thyme or parsley for garnish (optional)