Slow Cooker French Onion Meatballs (Print Format)
Meatballs, caramelized onions, and Gruyere meld in a savory slow-cooked dish, perfect for cozy family meals or gatherings.
# Ingredients:
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1 26 oz bag frozen beef meatballs
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1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
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2 cans (10.5 oz each) condensed French onion soup
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1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
# Steps:
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Lightly grease the inside of your slow cooker.
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Place frozen meatballs and thinly sliced onion in the slow cooker. Pour over the condensed French onion soup and gently stir to combine.
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Cover and cook on LOW for 3-4 hours or on HIGH for 1-2 hours.
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Sprinkle shredded Gruyere cheese over the meatballs 15-30 minutes before the end of cooking. Cover until the cheese is melted.
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Enjoy hot over mashed potatoes, toasted French bread slices, or rice.
# Tips:
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Turkey or chicken meatballs can be used as a lighter alternative to beef. Provolone cheese can substitute Gruyere if needed. For an added depth of flavor, consider adding a splash of sherry or white wine.
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This dish can be prepared up to the point of adding cheese and stored in the refrigerator or freezer. Reheat in the slow cooker and add cheese before serving.
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Freeze in a suitable container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
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Serving over mashed potatoes, rice, or alongside toasted French bread can turn this dish into a hearty meal.