French Onion Meatballs (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 ½ cups breadcrumbs (or panko).
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¼ cup + 2 tbsp whole milk.
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1 ½ lbs ground beef (85/15 lean).
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1 tbsp chopped parsley.
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1 tsp fresh thyme leaves (plus extra for garnish).
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1 tsp herbes de Provence.
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1 tsp salt.
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¼ tsp black pepper.
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½ large white onion, minced.
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4 cloves garlic, minced.
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¾ cup grated Gruyere cheese (divided).
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1 egg, whisked.
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese.
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4 tbsp olive oil (divided).
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2 tbsp butter.
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2 ½ large white onions, sliced.
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1 tsp herbes de Provence (for sauce).
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1 tsp dried thyme.
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¼ cup sherry (or white wine).
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1 ½ tbsp flour.
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2 ¼ cups beef stock.
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Salt and pepper to taste.
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2 tsp fresh thyme leaves (for garnish).
# Instructions:
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Soak breadcrumbs in milk for 5 minutes. In a large bowl, combine the soaked breadcrumbs with ground beef, parsley, thyme, herbes de Provence, salt, pepper, minced onion, minced garlic, ¼ cup Gruyere cheese, and the whisked egg. Mix gently.
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Shape the mixture into 2-tbsp-sized meatballs and chill for 15 minutes to firm up.
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Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Brown the meatballs on all sides for 8-10 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
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In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil and butter. Sauté sliced onions with salt and pepper over medium heat, stirring frequently, until caramelized (20-25 minutes).
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Add garlic, herbes de Provence, and dried thyme to the onions. Stir well. Deglaze the pan with sherry or white wine, cooking until reduced.
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Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in beef stock, simmering for 5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
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Return the meatballs to the skillet, nestling them in the onion sauce. Top with shredded mozzarella and the remaining Gruyere cheese.
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Place the skillet under a broiler and cook for 5-7 minutes, until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown.
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Garnish with fresh thyme leaves and serve hot with crusty bread or over mashed potatoes.
# Notes:
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French Onion Meatballs combine juicy, flavorful meatballs with a rich caramelized onion sauce, topped with gooey melted cheese.
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Perfect for cozy dinners or special occasions, this dish pairs beautifully with crusty bread or creamy mashed potatoes.