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Crock Pot French Onion Meatballs Recipe

Crock Pot French Onion Meatballs Recipe
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These Crock Pot French Onion Meatballs are a delicious and comforting dish perfect for a cozy dinner. Savory meatballs smothered in a rich French onion gravy, topped with melted gruyere cheese – it’s a flavorful meal the whole family will love.

Ingredients

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Onion Mixture:

  • 2 medium yellow onions, sliced

Meatballs:

  • 26 ounces frozen meatballs

Gravy:

  • 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
  • 1 ounce package brown gravy mix
  • 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar

Thickening and Topping:

  • ¼ cup water
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1½ cups gruyere cheese, grated

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Onion Mixture: Place the sliced onions in the bottom of a 6-quart crock pot.
  2. Assemble the Meatballs: Pour frozen meatballs over the onions.
  3. Make the Gravy: In a medium bowl, combine beef broth, gravy mix, garlic, black pepper, dried thyme, and white wine vinegar. Pour over the meatballs.
  4. Cook: Cover and cook on high for 2½-3½ hours or low for 5-6 hours.
  5. Thicken and Top: In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water. Pour over the meatballs and stir to combine. Top with gruyere cheese and cook for ten minutes or until the cheese melts.
  6. Serve: Serve the meatballs over rice or mashed potatoes.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, you can caramelize the onions before adding them to the crock pot.
  • Feel free to customize by adding more herbs or spices to the gravy mix.

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