Description
Tender meatballs simmered in savory French onion soup and topped with melty Gruyère cheese, perfect for a cozy dinner or potluck.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef (80/20 for flavor)
- 1 pound ground pork
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or panko)
- 1 egg
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped (about 1 cup)
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley (optional)
- 1 cup canned or boxed French onion soup
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Combine the ground beef, pork, breadcrumbs, egg, chopped onion, parsley, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Mix gently until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into meatballs about 1 inch in diameter (roughly 1 tablespoon each).
- Arrange the meatballs in a single layer in the crockpot.
- Pour the French onion soup evenly over the meatballs.
- Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or on high for 3–4 hours until the meatballs reach 160°F (71°C).
- If using Gruyère, scatter it over the meatballs in the last 10–15 minutes of cooking.
Notes
For a lighter version, swap pork for ground turkey and use reduced-sodium soup. Gluten-free: use GF breadcrumbs or crushed GF crackers.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: French