Description
Delicious and tender meatballs simmered in a rich broth with caramelized onions and melted cheese, perfect for a cozy family meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 2 sweet onions, chopped
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 cup mozzarella or Gruyère cheese, shredded
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped onions, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, eggs, and seasonings. Mix gently but thoroughly.
- Using your hands, shape the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs.
- If desired, heat a skillet over medium-high heat and sauté the meatballs until browned on all sides.
- Place the meatballs in the slow cooker in a single layer.
- In a separate bowl, mix the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and herbs. Pour this mixture over the meatballs.
- Cover and set the slow cooker to cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- During the last 30 minutes of cooking, sprinkle shredded cheese on top of the meatballs.
- Gently scoop out the meatballs and serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs.
Notes
These meatballs can be served over mashed potatoes, creamy polenta, or with crusty bread for a delightful meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: meatballs, slow cooker, French onion, comfort food, family recipe