Crock Pot French Onion Meatballs (Print Version)
Juicy beef meatballs slow-cooked in French onion broth with melted mozzarella for hearty flavor.
# Ingredients:
→ Meatball Mixture
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1 pound ground beef
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1/2 cup breadcrumbs
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1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1 large egg
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 onion, finely chopped
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Sauce and Topping
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2 cups French onion soup
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
# Steps:
01 -
In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic powder, chopped onion, salt, and black pepper until evenly incorporated.
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Shape the mixture into uniform meatballs, each approximately 1 inch in diameter, and arrange them evenly.
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Transfer the meatballs to the crock pot, spacing them in a single layer. Pour the French onion soup evenly over the meatballs.
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Secure the crock pot lid and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours, or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the meatballs are thoroughly cooked.
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In the final 30 minutes of cooking, evenly sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the meatballs. Re-cover and continue to cook until the cheese melts.
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Ladle meatballs with sauce onto serving plates and serve hot.
# Notes:
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For optimal texture, avoid over-mixing the meatball mixture to ensure they remain tender.