Best 7 French Onion Beef Meatballs Recipes

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Elevate your dinner table with a delightful culinary journey to France, where rich flavors and classic techniques come together in perfect harmony to create the delectable French onion beef meatballs. These tender and juicy meatballs, infused with the tantalizing taste of caramelized onions and enveloped in a luscious French onion gravy, will transport your taste buds to the heart of a Parisian bistro.

Accompanying this star of the show are three equally enticing recipes that will complete your French-inspired feast. Indulge in the creamy indulgence of French onion soup, a timeless classic that epitomizes French comfort food. Experience the rustic charm of French onion bread, a savory loaf infused with the essence of caramelized onions, perfect for mopping up every last drop of gravy. And for a sweet conclusion, embrace the delicate flavors of French onion jam, a versatile condiment that adds a touch of sweetness and sophistication to cheese boards, sandwiches, and even grilled meats.

Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure that will satisfy your cravings for authentic French cuisine. Savor the symphony of flavors as you relish each bite of French onion beef meatballs, paired with the comforting warmth of French onion soup, the hearty goodness of French onion bread, and the delightful surprise of French onion jam. Bon appétit!

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FRENCH ONION MEATBALLS



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Really good meatballs great for party. Just throw them in a crockpot and away you go.

Provided by barbara lentz @blentz8

Categories     Beef

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 pound(s) ground beef
1 pound(s) ground pork
1 large onion minced
2 liter(s) eggs
3/4 cup(s) plain breadcrumbs
1/2 cup(s) grated parmesan cheese
- salt and pepper to taste
1 package(s) dry onion soup mix
1 can(s) cream of mushroom soup
1 can(s) cream of onion soup
2 cup(s) beef broth
1 tablespoon(s) beef bouillon

Steps:

  • Mix first 6 ingredients together and season with salt and pepper. Roll into desired size balls. Place on baking sheet and bake at 400 degrees for 15 minutes. Remove from oven and toss into a slow cooker. Add remaining ingredients and cook on low for 4 hours.

FRENCH ONION MEATBALLS



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These meatballs are savory and delicious served on top of creamy mashed potatoes. If desired, serve on top of hot cooked egg noodles, or hoagie rolls with caramelized onions.

Provided by thedailygourmet

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatball Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 egg
¼ teaspoon oregano
1 tablespoon water
½ cup panko bread crumbs
½ pound 80% lean ground beef
1 (1.4 ounce) package dry French onion soup mix (such as Knorr®), divided
1 cup water, divided
1 tablespoon heavy whipping cream
½ cup grated Gruyere cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Set a wire rack in a rimmed baking sheet.
  • Combine egg, oregano, and 1 tablespoon water in a bowl and beat to combine. Add in panko and ground beef. Sprinkle 1/2 of the French onion mix on top and mix until thoroughly combined. Shape mixture into meatballs. Place meatballs on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until meatballs are cooked through, about 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, add remaining French onion mix to a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in 1/4 cup water until well combined. Allow to thicken. Whisk in another 1/4 cup water and allow to thicken. Repeat 2 more times until water is used up. Mix in cream and Gruyere cheese, stirring until cheese is melted. Serve cheese sauce with meatballs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 512.6 calories, Carbohydrate 31.6 g, Cholesterol 211.7 mg, Fat 29 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 37.5 g, SaturatedFat 13.3 g, Sodium 2062 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

FRENCH ONION BEEF MEATBALLS



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These flavorful meatballs are tasty and versatile. You can use them in spaghetti, meatball subs, or even simmer them in barbeque or sour cream sauce. These are incredibly easy. Add to prepared sauce or serve as-is.

Provided by KIWICOTTONBALL

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatball Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound ground beef
1 cup dry bread crumbs
1 small finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 (1 ounce) package dry French onion soup mix
2 large eggs
½ cup Italian dressing
1 tablespoon olive oil, or as needed

Steps:

  • Combine beef, bread crumbs, onion, garlic, and soup mix in a large bowl. Knead the mixture with your hands until well blended; it will be quite dry. Add eggs and Italian dressing and mix. Allow mixture to sit in the refrigerator 10 minutes.
  • Pinch off just enough of the meatball mixture to fit comfortably inside your palm, then roll to form a ball. Repeat with the remaining mixture.
  • Cover the bottom of a skillet lightly with olive oil and heat to medium-high. Add meatballs. Cook on one side for about 4 minutes, then turn and continue to cook until browned and no longer pink in the centers, about 4 minutes more. You may need to cook these in batches depending on how large your skillet is.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 428.7 calories, Carbohydrate 27.7 g, Cholesterol 165.8 mg, Fat 23 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 26.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.1 g, Sodium 1327.4 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

FRENCH ONION MEATBALLS



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This one pan dinner is packed with flavor, hearty and and comforting. These beefy meatballs pair amazingly with the sweet caramelized onions and gooey cheese and are amazing served with mashed potatoes or garlic toast.

Provided by Kimber

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1.5 lb ground beef
3/4 cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1 oz onion soup mix ((1 package) divided in half)
2 tbsp worcestershire sauce
2 eggs
1/4 cup milk
1 tbsp olive oil
2 large yellow onions
2 tbsp butter
3/4 cup beef broth or water
4 oz swiss cheese (sliced or shredded)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375˚F.
  • To make meatballs: Combine the ground beef, bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, half the onion soup mix (about 1 tbsp), worcestershire, milk and eggs.Roll into 18 meatballs, about 1.5-2 inches each.
  • Heat a large, oven proof skillet over medium high heat. Add the olive oil and once it is hot, lay the meatballs in the pan. Cook on each side for 2-3 minutes, or until seared. Then remove the meatballs from the skillet and set aside (they will finish cooking later.
  • Add the onions, butter, 1/4 cup broth, and remaining onion soup mix and reduce the heat to medium low. Allow the onions to cook for 8-12 minutes, stirring regularly. You can add broth as they cook to keep moisture in the skillet if needed. They should become translucent and caramelized once done.
  • Place the meatballs back into the skillet, add the remaining broth, and top with swiss cheese then bake in the oven for 10-15 minutes, or until meatballs are done (160˚F internal temperature.)Optional: Turn the oven to broil for the last 1-2 minutes of the cooking time to toast the cheese more heavily.
  • Once done, garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve over thick sliced garlic toast, or mashed potatoes.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 3 meatballs, Calories 551 kcal, Carbohydrate 20 g, Protein 32 g, Fat 38 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, TransFat 2 g, Cholesterol 167 mg, Sodium 983 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 4 g, UnsaturatedFat 17 g

SLOW-COOKER FRENCH ONION MEATBALLS



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Boost up the flavor of frozen meatballs with instant soup mix and other simple ingredients.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 4h40m

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 bags (18 oz each) frozen cooked meatballs
1 jar (12 oz) beef gravy
1 package (1 oz) dry onion soup mix
1 tablespoon dry sherry, if desired

Steps:

  • In 4- to 5-quart slow cooker, place meatballs. In medium bowl, mix gravy, soup mix and sherry; gently stir into meatballs.
  • Cover; cook on Low heat setting 3 1/2 to 4 1/2 hours. Serve meatballs with fondue forks or long toothpicks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 570 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 1/2 g

QUICK FRENCH ONION MEATBALLS



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Got this from Pillsbury. I threw it together one afternoon before my husband brought his poker gang over. The sauce was really quite delicious.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Meat

Time 4h40m

Yield 72 meatballs

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 (18 ounce) packages frozen cooked meatballs, partially thawed
1 (12 ounce) jar savory beef gravy
1 (1 ounce) package dry onion soup mix
1 tablespoon dry sherry

Steps:

  • Put meatballs in a slow cooker.
  • Mix together the gravy, soup mix, and sherry.
  • Pour over meatballs and mix slightly.
  • Cover and cook on low setting for 3 1/2 to 4 1/2 hours.

FRENCH ONION MEATBALLS



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Member's Choice! These will be a welcome addition to any party table. The flavor combination makes them taste like French onion soup! This recipe is super easy which is an added bonus.

Provided by Elaine Bovender

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Time 4h10m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pkg Great Value brand homestyle meatballs or your favorite brand of frozen meatballs (2 pound size)
1 pkg dry onion soup mix
1 can(s) cream of mushroom soup
1 can(s) cream of onion soup
1 can(s) water
SPECIAL NOTE: YOU CAN ALSO MAKE YOUR OWN MEATBALLS, IF YOU PREFER.

Steps:

  • 1. In crock pot, whisk together soup mix, soups, and water.
  • 2. If using Great Value Brand Frozen Homestyle Meatballs, remove from freezer and place in slow cooker. Stir together with sauce.
  • 3. Cook on low heat for about 4 to 6 hours or on high for about 2 to 3 hours, gently stirring occasionally. Serve hot.
  • 4. This recipe can easily be doubled or even tripled if you need to make a lot for a party or other get together. The frozen meatballs saves time and is very easy. I prefer the Great Value (Walmart) brand over the others that I've tried. Enjoy!

Tips:

  • For the most flavorful meatballs, use a combination of ground beef and ground pork.
  • Don't overwork the meatball mixture, as this will make the meatballs tough.
  • Use a large skillet to brown the meatballs in batches, so they don't crowd each other and steam.
  • Make sure the meatballs are cooked all the way through before adding them to the sauce.
  • Simmer the meatballs in the sauce for at least 30 minutes, or longer for even more flavor.
  • Serve the meatballs over mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta.

Conclusion:

These French onion beef meatballs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. The combination of ground beef, pork, and onions gives the meatballs a rich and flavorful taste, while the French onion soup mix adds a savory and umami flavor. Serve these meatballs over mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta, and you're sure to have a hit on your hands!

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