Description
A comforting dish that combines the flavors of classic French onion soup and juicy meatballs, perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp sugar
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1/2 cup dry white wine (optional)
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Form into small meatballs, about 1 inch in size.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and brown them on all sides, about 5–7 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add butter and let it melt. Add sliced onions and sugar. Cook for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until caramelized.
- Sprinkle flour over the caramelized onions and stir. Cook for another minute. Slowly pour in the beef broth and white wine (if using). Add Worcestershire sauce and bring to a simmer.
- Return meatballs to the skillet and let them simmer in the sauce for about 10 minutes. Sprinkle shredded cheese over the meatballs, cover, and let it melt for a few minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve hot, ideally with crusty bread or over rice.
Notes
Don’t rush the caramelization of the onions; it adds depth to flavor. Adjust seasonings to your taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French